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Rota Vicentina Historical Way

Portugal · Europe · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 58/100

At a glance

CountriesPortugal
ContinentEurope
RegionAlentejo and Algarve interior
TypeThru-hike / long-distance trail
Length263 km
Typical duration13 days
Difficulty2/5 (Easy-moderate)
Max altitude0 m
Best seasonSep-Jun
StartSantiago do Cacem
EndCabo de Sao Vicente
Permit / guideno
Special gearnone

Score

58/100
Scenery
22/35
Fame
12/25
Uniqueness
10/20
Logistics
14/20

Rural Grande Rota through cork forest and hill villages of SW Portugal; quiet and easy walking

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Notes

263 km in 13 sections; low altitude

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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