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Olhão

Salt Pans of Olhão – Arco da Vila, Faro loop from Olhão

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Portugal

Algarve

Olhão

Salt Pans of Olhão – Arco da Vila, Faro loop from Olhão

Moderate

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Salt Pans of Olhão – Arco da Vila, Faro loop from Olhão

03:25

51.0km

120m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 11.9 km for 260 m

After 38.9 km for 260 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.79 km

Salt Pans of Olhão

Highlight • Structure

It's worth the detour, we can hopefully spot some flamingos and other birds. It's a shame that the single track is not yet completed.

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12.5 km

Arco da Vila, Faro

Highlight • Monument

he "City Archway" or "The Gate to the Old Town" was erected at the beginning of the 19th century on a medieval entrance portal by order of Bishop D. Francisco …

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23.5 km

Ecovia of Ria Formosa Natural Park

Highlight • Cycleway

An enchanting place to relax and admire the most diverse landscapes.
Recommended activities: hiking 🥾 cycling🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️🚲

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25.7 km

Birdwatching 🐦 Ancão Estuary, Natural Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great spot to observe birds, but be here very early before the trail gets busy with runners, hikers, and bikers

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25.8 km

Caminho do Ludo (Esteiro da Maria Nova), Parque Natural da Ria Formosa

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great infrastructure for hiking and cycling. 🚴
Many beautiful spots and great postcard views. Very good condition.

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28.7 km

Flamingos in Ria Formosa

Highlight • Natural

Here you can watch 🦩

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37.8 km

Faro Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

The start of my bike tour in Faro. I was really surprised by the attractive old town with a lot of flair. Nice shops and restaurants, many young people, old …

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46.3 km

Ecovia do Algarve: Section Between Faro and Olhão (Parque Natural da Ria Formosa)

Highlight • Cycleway

..the cycle path ends shortly afterwards and you have to take the busy road...

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51.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.7 km

11.7 km

10.5 km

8.09 km

7.01 km

1.00 km

Surfaces

23.7 km

11.2 km

9.07 km

3.94 km

2.66 km

433 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 21 June

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Salt Pans of Olhão – Arco da Vila, Faro loop from Olhão

Salt Pans of Olhão

Arco da Vila, Faro

Ecovia of Ria Formosa Natural Park

Birdwatching 🐦 Ancão Estuary, Natural Park

Caminho do Ludo (Esteiro da Maria Nova), Parque Natural da Ria Formosa

Flamingos in Ria Formosa

Faro Old Town

Ecovia do Algarve: Section Between Faro and Olhão (Parque Natural da Ria Formosa)

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