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CyCLE RoutEs | wesTeRN | level 4
163 km

ACCuMuLAtED CLIMB
lagos
3330 m

seen from a distance, you would think the ride to the summit of Picota, the second-highest
mountain is the same colour as the sky but, point in the region, at 774 metres. A tricky
up close, the many different hues are one of downhill stretch of narrow road lets you “slip” into
the attractions on this tough route from the Monchique, before arriving at Chilrão by going
craggy coast with its impressive, sheer cliffs. around the summit at Fóia along a winding road
Head towards odiáxere alongside the Arão overlooking the uplands. the final part of the
stream and on towards the Algarve International route lets you visit Aljezur, Carrapateira, Vila do
Motor Racing Circuit. this part of the route is a Bispo and Budens, after which you will be back
fun mix of ups and down until you reach senhora on the coastal road again, to enjoy the pleasant
do Verde, Rasmalho and Porto de Lagos. At the beaches of Burgau and Luz.
odelouca stream you start an 11-kilometre uphill

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