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View south from Rocha da Pena – Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena loop from Paisagem Protegida Local da Rocha da Pena

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Benafim

View south from Rocha da Pena – Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena loop from Paisagem Protegida Local da Rocha da Pena

Moderate

4.5

(2)

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View south from Rocha da Pena – Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena loop from Paisagem Protegida Local da Rocha da Pena

04:22

14.9km

390m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 23, 2026

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Paisagem Protegida Local da Rocha da Pena

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11.8 km

View south from Rocha da Pena

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From here you have a great view towards the sea coast when the weather is clear.

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12.1 km

View of Rocha da Pena

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When the weather conditions are right, you can always enjoy wonderful views on the circular hike at Rocha da Pena.

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12.2 km

View of Rocha da Pena Cliffs

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Sometimes you can see climbers there.

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12.2 km

View of the Rocha da Pena Valley

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12.3 km

Defensive Wall of Rocha da Pena

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The origins of this stone protective wall can be traced back to the Iron Age. Source: Information board on site

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12.4 km

Ancient Stone Wall of Rocha da Pena

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Ancient protective wall, whose origins probably date back to the Iron Age. Source: Information board on site

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12.5 km

Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena

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Wonderful little paths through the thicket. Sometimes you have to struggle through something. Sturdy shoes are definitely recommended. The descent in particular is otherwise not very safe.

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12.6 km

View of Rocha da Pena

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Amazing spot from which you can see the whole canyon.

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14.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.1 km

2.97 km

919 m

914 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.1 km

2.39 km

1.97 km

472 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (460 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

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View south from Rocha da Pena – Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena loop from Paisagem Protegida Local da Rocha da Pena

View south from Rocha da Pena

View of Rocha da Pena

View of Rocha da Pena Cliffs

View of the Rocha da Pena Valley

Defensive Wall of Rocha da Pena

Ancient Stone Wall of Rocha da Pena

Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena

View of Rocha da Pena

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