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CyCLE RoutEs | wesTeRN | level 1
51 km

ACCuMuLAtED CLIMB
lagos
600 m

It is from this “cradle” of the Portuguese Cross the En 125 road to reach Almádena, whose
discoveries that you set off on a route replete appeal rivals that of the characteristic village of
with history and a taste of adventure. Ride Barão de são João. the houses in this little hamlet
along the long avenue that pays tribute to the are almost all painted white and are topped with
glorious reign of the Infante D. Henrique and the traditional “lacy” Algarve chimneys. From
continue past the Boavista golf course, with its here, ride up to Portelas and odiáxere, until you
magnificent view over the beach at Porto do reach the long sandy Meia Praia beach. the ride
Mós. the beauty of Praia da Luz and Burgau is ends at Lagos Marina, from where you can admire
unparalleled and sets the scene for the next part the impressive city walls.
of the ride towards the municipality’s interior.

+ DeTAIls
Walls of Lagos

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