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Mountain biking trails

Viana do Castelo

Vila Praia De Âncora

Montedor Viewpoint – Sanctuary of Santa Luzia loop from Âncora-Praia

Mountain biking trails

Viana do Castelo

Vila Praia De Âncora

Montedor Viewpoint – Sanctuary of Santa Luzia loop from Âncora-Praia

Hard

4.8

(12)

117

riders

Montedor Viewpoint – Sanctuary of Santa Luzia loop from Âncora-Praia

05:11

71.8km

890m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 22.4 km for 54 m

After 22.6 km for 100 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

462 m

Vila Praia de Âncora Beach and Coastal Promenade

Highlight • Beach

2

812 m

Stone Bridges and Scenic River Views on the Portuguese Way (Stage 5)

Highlight • Bridge

Highly recommended route if you have time to make a small detour when you are on the way

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2.89 km

Mata Nacional da Gelfa

Forest

4

10.5 km

Montedor Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lookout located on the edge of the Ecovía.

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5

11.4 km

North Coast Ecotrail

Highlight • Cycleway

Part of the North Coast Natural Park, this section connects the municipality of Viana do Castelo to the mouth of the Neiva River. Nearby you'll find the Church of Santa …

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6

13.7 km

Montedor Windmills and Lighthouse

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several to enjoy along the Ecovia Litoral Norte

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17.1 km

Praia Norte

Viewpoint

8

22.6 km

Sanctuary of Santa Luzia

Highlight • Religious Site

The landmark of Viana do Castelo is in the area of the Areosa district, the largest district outside the core city. From here you can enjoy a great view of …

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9

29.4 km

River Crossing in Northern Portugal

Highlight • River

River crossing accessible by either gravel or mountain bikes.

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10

45.7 km

Santa Luzia Hillside

Highlight • Viewpoint

54.2 km

Forte da Areosa

Archaeological Site

62.7 km

Pinhal do Carreço

Forest

B

71.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.1 km

28.1 km

6.40 km

4.93 km

2.55 km

874 m

774 m

Surfaces

23.8 km

19.1 km

17.8 km

6.65 km

3.67 km

665 m

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Highest point (410 m)

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Thursday 21 May

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