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CyCLE RoutEs | eAsTeRN | level 1
66 km
ACCuMuLAtED CLIMB
alCoutiM
740 m
In this pretty town at the north-eastern edge very common in this upland area so it is not at
of the Algarve, an unforgettable experience all unusual to spot wild animals such as hares
awaits, and it starts next to the river beach. and wild boars. the En 124 road is much wider
Always bountiful, nature unveils magnificent and the route is flat all the way to Pereiro and
views that help make the ride up to santa Marta Balurcos, giving you a chance to catch your
easier. An interesting stage of the route begins breath in preparation for a demanding descent
here; the road to Giões is narrow but it provides between Corte das Donas and Guerreiros, with
an opportunity to encounter the friendly hamlets the enigmatic River Guadiana as the backdrop.
so typical of the inland Algarve. Hunting is
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