Recarei, a town located within the municipality of Paredes in Portugal, offers diverse natural landscapes and varied elevations suitable for outdoor activities. The region is characterized by lush countryside, including the winding course of the Ferreira River and the panoramic views from Pico da Serra de Santa Justa. Its proximity to the Parque das Serras do Porto, a Regional Protected Landscape Park, further enhances its appeal for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
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Routes
4.1
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Average rating
1152
People visited

2
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

1
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.84km
00:27
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

15
riders
41.5km
02:47
630m
630m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.6
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289
hikers
9.25km
02:42
240m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

4.2
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70
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

4.1
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81
hikers
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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39
hikers
7.34km
02:00
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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3.0
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28
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

8
riders
27.9km
02:44
670m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

2
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51.9km
04:40
1,010m
1,000m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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5
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.
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5.0
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51
runners
10.8km
01:21
330m
330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

26
runners
20.5km
02:31
480m
480m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
11.2km
01:19
170m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
26.1km
03:30
830m
830m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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5.0
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40
riders
58.5km
02:46
710m
710m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

31
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

21
riders
74.1km
03:56
1,300m
1,300m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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13
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Recarei offers a range of outdoor activities including mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, and jogging. The region features diverse natural landscapes and varied elevations suitable for these sports.
Recarei features more than 10 routes on Komoot, with an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 stars. More than 8,000 visitors have explored these routes, sharing their experiences.
Recarei offers mountain biking routes with diverse terrain, suitable for various ability levels. Options include routes with moderate difficulty and elevation changes. Explore available trails through the MTB Trails around Recarei guide.
Recarei provides various hiking trails, ranging from easy to moderate difficulty. Popular options include paths with views of Fragas do Castelo and routes leading past the Senhora do Salto Waterfall. Find more details in the Hiking around Recarei guide.
Recarei and its surrounding countryside offer diverse experiences for touring and road cyclists. Routes range from moderate paths to more challenging climbs, with varied elevations and historical landmarks. Refer to the Cycling around Recarei and Road Cycling Routes around Recarei guides.
Key natural features include the Ferreira River, which winds through valleys, and Pico da Serra de Santa Justa, offering panoramic views. Recarei is also near the Parque das Serras do Porto, featuring a Suspended Bridge over the Ferreira River.
Recarei offers routes suitable for various ability levels, including easy hiking options. The region's diverse terrain allows for less strenuous paths. The Easy hikes around Recarei guide provides specific recommendations.
Komoot offers several guides for Recarei, including MTB Trails around Recarei, Hiking around Recarei, and Cycling around Recarei. Additional guides cover easy hikes, road cycling, and running trails.
The official website for the Junta de Freguesia de Recarei is jfrecarei.pt. For broader tourism information about Recarei and the municipality of Paredes, visit cm-paredes.pt/pages/394.
The tourism office for the Municipality of Paredes, which includes Recarei, can be contacted by phone at +351 255 788 800. The general tourism email is turismo@cm-paredes.pt.
Recarei offers trails suitable for running and jogging. These routes provide opportunities to explore the region's natural landscapes. Specific options can be found in the Running Trails around Recarei guide.

