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                                                                   54 km

                                                                ACCuMuLAtED CLIMB
                                                 silves
                                                                   525 m

       The economically dynamic city of silves is   join the En 124-3 towards the Funcho dam. Back
       known not only for its historical significance   in são Bartolomeu de Messines, this time along
       but also for its juicy oranges which are   the EM 1080 by way of Vale Fuzeiros, head south
       recognised as being of excellent quality. And   and ride through the scent of the orange blossom
       it is in a setting dominated by the original castle,   that is the hallmark of this part of the Algarve’s
       built in red sandstone, that the city of silves   barrocal. to finish your ride, be sure to visit
       welcomes cyclists for an exceptionally beautiful   Barranco Longo, where some of the region’s most
       outing. First of all, take the En 124 road until you   appreciated wines are produced.
       reach são Bartolomeu de Messines, where you









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