The best MTB trails around Lourinhã e Atalaia e Atalaia e Atalaia

The Lourinhã region in Portugal is famous for its paleontological findings from the Upper Jurassic period. There are two main sites related to the dinosaur theme: Dino Parque, an open-air museum, and the Lourinhã Museum, which displays fossils found in the region. Dino Parque Lourinhã Dino Parque Lourinhã is a theme park and the largest open-air dinosaur museum in Portugal. Extent: The park occupies an area of 10 hectares with six themed trails that take visitors on a journey through time. Exhibition: More than 200 life-size replicas of dinosaurs and other extinct animals are distributed throughout the park. Activities: It offers interactive experiences such as laboratories and excavation areas, as well as a restaurant, children's activities, and a themed shop. Address: Rua Vale dos Dinossauros, Abelheira, 2530-059 Lourinhã. Opening Hours: Open every day from 10 am. Closing time varies throughout the year. Details: It is accessible to people with reduced mobility and allows dogs on leashes. Lourinhã Museum The Lourinhã Museum has a long tradition in paleontology and houses one of the most important collections of Upper Jurassic fossils in the world. Collection: The collection includes skeletons, footprints and, notably, dinosaur eggs with preserved embryos. The museum also has sections dedicated to ethnography and archaeology. Activities: Offers traveling exhibitions and virtual reality experiences. Collaboration: The museum's paleontological research is financially supported by Dino Parque. Location: Located in the center of the village of Lourinhã, at Rua João Luís de Moura, 95. Opening Hours: Generally open from Wednesday to Sunday, from 10 am to 1 pm and from 2 pm to 6 pm. It is recommended to check the official website before visiting. Address: Rua João Luís de Moura, 95, 2530-158 Lourinhã.

Watermill and Roman bridge

This structure is in an advanced state of degradation due to the erosion of the clay cliff on which it is located, so special care is recommended when visiting.

On the north coast of Peniche, there is a small peninsula with limestone and volcanic breccia, known as Ilhéu da Papoa. This rock formation has a karst shape and is a popular fishing spot, as well as providing beautiful views of the sea.

This viewpoint is located at the top of a more or less steep slope that surrounds the Bolhos valley. On days with good visibility, it is possible to see the Berlengas archipelago and the S. Domingos Reservoir, which supplies water to the region.

Very beautiful route to do by gravel bike or mountain bike.

A small beach frequented by fishermen, with no other support facilities apart from a bar and a restaurant. It also has conditions for surfing and bodyboarding.

This trail, right next to the cliff, is easy to do by bike, except at one point where you may need to dismount and carry your bike by hand. It's worth the effort.