Route: Rota Vicentina - The Historical Way (Portugal)

Submitted by Holly Brownlee on Fri, 08/25/2023 - 04:11pm
Location
Portugal
Distance
263 km
Vertical Gain
10,179 ft
Description

Comprised mainly of rural trails, this is a classic Grand Route (GR), with stretches of cork tree forests, mountain ranges, valleys, rivers and creeks, in a true journey through time, local culture and nature trails. An alternative to the Fisherman's Route. 

In 2016 and 2020, the Historical Way of the Rota Vicentina was certified by the European wide label “Leading Quality Trails – Best of Europe”, a certification from ERA – European Ramblers Association – joining the exclusive group of the best walking destinations in Europe. The Sabóia » Odemira section is not included in this certification.

  •  263 km of rural roads by the lesser known side of the region.

  • full signed route
  • Multiple sections running through sand 

  • Route distinguished with the Leading Quality Trails certification, by the European Ramblers Association.

 

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