Hiking news in Portugal
Latest news and stories about hiking in Portugal for expats and residents.
Latest news and stories about hiking in Portugal for expats and residents.
A short description of a hiking trail in Portugal that has received recognition as the best in Europe.
A description of a scenic location in Portugal that resembles the Swiss Alps, highlighting a hiking trail available in September.
The climbs are steep and the full route has a cumulative elevation gain of nearly 10,670 kilometres, which is equivalent to well over the height of Everest. It is advisable to do some training before the trip, as well as to bring a pair of hiking poles.
In Minho and Trás-os-Montes, two border villages share trails for exploring nature and the smuggling stories that marked generations. In Cevide, where Portugal begins, and in Moimenta da Raia, known as the 'Crag of the Three Kingdoms', borders are still part of the memory and the landscape.
An article exploring the geological connection between the mountains in Portugal and the Appalachian range in the United States.
The National Republican Guard (GNR) has conducted more than 400 protection and rescue interventions in mountainous regions since 2024, with the majority occurring in the Serra da Estrela, the force reported this Thursday. The GNR's Emergency Protection and Rescue Unit (UEPS) manages search and rescue operations in the Serra da Estrela, Gerês, and Madeira mountain ranges. Since 2024, UEPS personnel have performed 425 operations across these three areas, with Serra da Estrela recording the highest number of missions. In Serra da Estrela, the GNR conducted 138 operations in 2024, 115 in 2025, and 29 this year, totaling 282, mostly involving assistance to drivers and road accidents. In Gerês, 128 operations were carried out, with 60 in 2024, 53 in 2025, and 15 this year, primarily consisting of rescue, search, and first aid missions. In Madeira, 25 operations were completed, with 12 in 2024, eight in 2025, and five this year, mainly search missions. The GNR advises several self-protection measures to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of outdoor enthusiasts, such as avoiding solo treks, starting hikes with enough time to finish before nightfall, and wearing appropriate clothing and footwear. The force also recommends carrying a backpack equipped with a raincoat, extra clothing, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a fully charged mobile phone, a GPS or map of the region, a whistle, a flashlight, a first-aid kit, and sufficient food and water. The GNR begins a special nationwide road inspection operation this Monday.
There are unique places in the Azores that can only be reached after a radical hike.
A guide to 10 hiking trails across Portugal that are perfect for exploring during the summer months, featuring spots to cool down.
The intervention aimed to reconcile growing tourist demand with the conservation of protected habitats and species in the area within the São Miguel Island Natural Park.
The initiative takes place every year and aims to share some of the expedition's findings and recall notable episodes and moments experienced by the explorers 145 years ago.
Between the municipalities of Vila Real and Mondim de Basto, Alvão is the smallest natural park in the country, but it holds several gems that deserve to be discovered, including waterfalls, levadas, river beaches and trails. Passeio Verde is supported by Kia - Official Car of Boa Cama Boa Mesa
2027 will be a Compostelan Holy Year. It would be the ideal time to outline the first strategic plan for the Ways of Saint James in Portugal.
The Levada do Furado hiking trail, one of the most iconic in Madeira, reopened this Tuesday after being closed since December due to a landslide.
The Levada do Furado trail, which crosses the forest considered a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, reopened this Tuesday following the collapse and closure of the walkway in 2025.
The path, one of the most iconic in the autonomous region, had been closed since December 2025
Tour operators and independent guides are calling for urgent action to protect the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail, warning that overcrowding, a lack of management and growing environmental damage are putting The post Tour operators warn Algarve’s iconic Seven Hanging Valleys Trail is reaching breaking point appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Home Portugal Jurassic Portugal: A walk through a land that time forgot Jurassic Portugal: A walk through a land that time forgot There are bits of Portugal where you don’t simply go for a walk, you slip back in time.
The route between Pico do Areeiro and Pico Ruivo has reopened following the August 2024 wildfire. Now, anyone wishing to hike the trail must book in advance and pay 10.50 euros.
Home Lifestyle Discover Portugal by Bike and on Foot: Coastal Journeys with Local Experts Discover Portugal by Bike and on Foot: Coastal Journeys with Local Experts At its best, travel is not just about reaching a destination, it is about how you experience the journey itself.
In Castro Daire, the Interpretation and Information Centre was established a decade ago, highlighting the natural resources of the Montemuro Mountains and the Paiva River. In this space, there are trails for all tastes.
Starting at Molhe beach, next to the Ferragudo pier, and ending at Paraíso beach, the Caminho dos Promontórios trail follows the coastline the entire way. This is one of the 10 'Trails and walkways to explore the landscape' recommended in the 'Authentic Portugal' collection.
Spanning approximately 60 km, the Arrábida Great Route connects Setúbal to Cabo Espichel. Explore the Natural Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, between moments of contemplation and pure adrenaline. Passeio Verde is supported by Kia - Official Car of Boa Cama Boa Mesa.
A new official route for the Camino de Santiago has been certified in Portugal, featuring several stunning locations along the way.
