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       CyCLE RoutEs |  eAsTeRN | level 1
                                                                   54 km

                                             vila real de       ACCuMuLAtED CLIMB
                                             sto antónio           600 m


       The charismatic city with perpendicular   Beliche dam. Energised by the pure, fresh air, you
       streets, built in 1773 as a result of political   must get ready for a fairly steep ride up to Enho
       contingencies against spain and the   Hill, where a splendid view over the Algarve coast
       unshakeable will of the Marquis of Pombal,   is a worthwhile reward. thereafter, the route is
       opens its doors to cyclists with a route that   like a roller-coaster ride all the way to Vila nova
       begins next to the River Guadiana. After riding   de Cacela and then the crossroads on the En 125
       through the serene Castro Marim Marshland   to visit the welcoming village of Cacela Velha.
       you head northwards, passing through Monte   Manta Rota and Altura welcome you on the ride
       Francisco and Junqueira, until you reach the   back to Vila Real de santo António.









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