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Cliffs of the Algarve – Cliffs of the Algarve loop from Praia dos Castelos

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Cliffs of the Algarve – Cliffs of the Algarve loop from Praia dos Castelos

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Cliffs of the Algarve – Cliffs of the Algarve loop from Praia dos Castelos

01:28

5.31km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

1.71 km

View of Torre da Lapa and the coastal cliffs

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

1.71 km

Lapa Tower

Highlight • Monument

Former watchtower, built in the 17th century. The watchtower was used to detect any pirate ships that might appear in time. The tower, of which only a miserable pile of …

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3

2.06 km

Bench With a View of the Algarve Coast

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here you have a wonderful view of the sea and the beautiful Algarve coast. Just sit down and enjoy.

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4

2.17 km

Mato Beach

Highlight • Beach

The bay is only accessible from the water.

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5

2.46 km

Praia da Afurada

Highlight • Beach

This bay is only accessible by water.

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6

2.65 km

Cliffs of the Algarve

Highlight • Natural Monument

7

4.45 km

View of Praia do Vale da Lapa

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice little bay.

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8

4.95 km

Cliffs of the Algarve

Highlight • Natural Monument

Hiking shoes are mandatory. You should plan 5 hours with breaks and photo stops. I walked the tour with 10 backpacks.

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B

5.31 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.33 km

995 m

Surfaces

3.38 km

1.91 km

< 100 m

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Sunday 18 October

23°C

13°C

26 %

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