Salt Pans of Olhão – Arco da Vila, Faro loop from Olhão

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Salt Pans of Olhão – Arco da Vila, Faro loop from Olhão

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Salt Pans of Olhão – Arco da Vila, Faro loop from Olhão

03:25

51.0km

120m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 11.9 km for 260 m

After 38.9 km for 260 m

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Start point

Train Station

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1.79 km

Salt Pans of Olhão

Highlight • Structure

It's worth the detour, we can hopefully spot some flamingos and other birds. It's a shame that the single track is not yet completed.

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12.5 km

Arco da Vila, Faro

Highlight • Monument

he "City Archway" or "The Gate to the Old Town" was erected at the beginning of the 19th century on a medieval entrance portal by order of Bishop D. Francisco …

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23.5 km

Ecovia of Ria Formosa Natural Park

Highlight • Cycleway

The Ecovia do Litoral by the Ria Formosa is part of the long-distance cycling and hiking route that crosses the entire Algarve (and is part of the EuroVelo 1 - …

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25.7 km

Birdwatching 🐦 Ancão Estuary, Natural Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Busy hut, there are many bird species to see, such as spoonbills, flamingos and black-tailed godwits.

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25.8 km

Caminho do Ludo (Esteiro da Maria Nova), Parque Natural da Ria Formosa

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great infrastructure for hiking and cycling. 🚴
Many beautiful spots and great postcard views. Very good condition.

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28.7 km

Flamingos in Ria Formosa

Highlight • Natural

Here you can watch 🦩

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37.8 km

Faro Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

The start of my bike tour in Faro. I was really surprised by the attractive old town with a lot of flair. Nice shops and restaurants, many young people, old …

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