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Cabanas Velhas Beach – Praia dos Rebolos loop from Salema

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Cabanas Velhas Beach – Praia dos Rebolos loop from Salema

Hard

4.6

(308)

1,463

hikers

Cabanas Velhas Beach – Praia dos Rebolos loop from Salema

05:36

19.7km

450m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina

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92 m

Salema Beach

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A former small fishing village, Salema now welcomes tourists from all over the world. In its picturesque little streets, shops and services abound.

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2.00 km

Praia da Boca do Rio

Beach

2.61 km

Almádena fort is a ruin dating from the 16th century. It was built to protect the fishermen from the pirates that plagued the area. Today, the fort is open to the public and offers a lovely view of the coast.

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3.59 km

Cabanas Velhas Beach

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An easy hiking route with outstanding views of the Atlantic. Just don't go too close to the cliffs, there is a risk of falling.

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5.12 km

Praia dos Rebolos

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An insider tip for surfers who want to have the line-up to themselves. The descent from the cliff looks quite difficult and dangerous! Hikers have a great view of the bay from above!

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5.54 km

View of the Cliffs of Salema

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Salema still a old fashion original little town and not be tourist

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7.25 km

Cliffs of Luz

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The path along the cliffs is easy to walk and quite interesting.

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7.57 km

Praia de Burgau

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Especially in autumn, the weather on the Algarve coast can change quite quickly.

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9.60 km

Cliffs Between Luz and Burgau

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The coastal path between Luz and Burgau often leads on winding paths along the extremely charming landscape.

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11.2 km

Viewpoint

19.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.3 km

2.45 km

528 m

277 m

168 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

3.34 km

2.45 km

775 m

643 m

168 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 4 September

37°C

18°C

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Comments

May 25, 2025,Wandeling Salema naar Luz ( Fisherman's trail).

Today was a short route and it was supposed to be "easy". Nothing could be further from the truth because there was not a breath of wind and it was already very hot 27° (for me then🥵) 😂😂
Again beautiful views and deep cliffs. The rugged landscape is beautiful. Halfway I could refresh myself with an ice cold beer 🍺 …

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April 2, 2024,🇵🇹"Trilho dos Pescatores🎣- 11.Etappe: Von Salema nach Luz

Today we had to climb more altitude. But since we only walked as far as Luz and had a distance of about 11.5 km ahead of us, we took our time. Leaving Salema, we trudged up the road, which then turned right up ↗️ into a steep hiking trail. But immediately it went steeply down again⬇️. A few abandoned houses …

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September 19, 2024,Algarve 9 Visserspad: Salema naar Luz

Algarve walk / Fisherman's path Salema -Luz

Yesterday and today on the Fisherman's path.

Tough walk with quite a lot of climbing.
The day was cloudy, nice to walk.

Because this route is part of the Rota Vincentina (the Fisherman's path) it is well signposted.

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March 23, 2023,Fischerpfad Etappe 12_12.1 km_Salema nach Luz

Unfortunately the last day.
Breakfast is in a small bakery in the village and then we make our way to Lagos.
It goes up and down again with beautiful bays and views to the village of Burgau where we stop for lunch in a small bar. Here, too, the beach invites you to swim, but we go further.
More and …

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May 28, 2025,Fischerweg, Tag 12, Salema Eco Camping nach Luz

Last night, we slept in a tepee at the Eco Camp. Something different. Starting from the Eco Camp, we hiked an extra 2 km to Salema Center. At the center, there's a signpost pointing to the fossilized dinosaur tracks. They're clearly visible, and there's no entrance fee. In Germany, the parking lot alone would probably have cost €20. Then, to …

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September 24, 2024,Küste der 1.000 Farben - von Luz nach Salema

Incredibly varied route, because a new fantastic view awaits behind every corner.
Challenging trail on partially loose scree.
Burgau and Salema are worth a visit.

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May 5, 2024,Fischerpfad Etappe 12: Salema » Luz

The first part of the 12th stage was not without its challenges in my opinion. It was a steep and rocky climb and descent. From Burgau onwards the path became easier again.

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April 29, 2024,🇵🇹Algarve Luzmar Burgau - Praia das Cabanas Velhas- Salema und zurück

Just back... was nice. But long... totally underrated.. Comment tomorrow🫠

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Cabanas Velhas Beach – Praia dos Rebolos loop from Salema

Salema Beach

Almádena Fort

Cabanas Velhas Beach

Praia dos Rebolos

View of the Cliffs of Salema

Cliffs of Luz

Praia de Burgau

Cliffs Between Luz and Burgau

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