Tag: coastal walking

Rota Vicentina Day 14: Luz to Lagos – An Emotional End to an Incredible Journey

October 17, 2026

Our final day on the Rota Vicentina began with a beautiful sunrise as we walked from Luz to Lagos for the last stage of our 14-day adventure. After two weeks of dramatic cliffs, wild Atlantic beaches, challenging climbs and unforgettable moments, reaching Lagos brought a mixture of joy, pride and also sadness that our journey is over. One final walk, a thousand memories, and an emotional end to an incredible adventure along Portugal’s spectacular coast. … More Rota Vicentina Day 14: Luz to Lagos – An Emotional End to an Incredible Journey

Rota Vicentina Day 13: Salema to Luz – Not the Easy Walk We Imagined!

October 16, 2026

Day 13 of our Rota Vicentina adventure takes us from Salema to Luz, and we’re soon discovering that this isn’t the easy day we imagined! More steep climbs, challenging ups and downs, with spectacular views of the Algarve’s rugged coastline The scenery is magnificent, but Portugal’s coastal trails certainly know how to test our legs! … More Rota Vicentina Day 13: Salema to Luz – Not the Easy Walk We Imagined!

Rota Vicentina Day 11: Vila do Bispo to Sagres – Reaching Cape St Vincent, the Edge of Europe

October 14, 2026

Day 11 of our Rota Vicentina adventure takes us from Vila do Bispo to Sagres, with a spectacular milestone along the way: reaching Cabo de São Vicente. We arrive at a place once believed to be the edge of the known world, yet somehow left us feeling a bit flat. But even so it was another unforgettable day walking Portugal’s wild coastline! … More Rota Vicentina Day 11: Vila do Bispo to Sagres – Reaching Cape St Vincent, the Edge of Europe

Rota Vicentina Day 10: Carrapateira to Vila do Bispo – A stunning Sunrise and an Incredible Walk

October 13, 2026

Day 10 of our Rota Vicentina adventure takes us from Carrapateira to Vila do Bispo, starting with a spectacular sunrise and continuing with one of our favourite walks so far. With dramatic coastal scenery, wild landscapes and wonderful views along the way. Portugal’s Atlantic coast keeps delivering unforgettable moments. Another beautiful day on the Fishermen’s Trail! … More Rota Vicentina Day 10: Carrapateira to Vila do Bispo – A stunning Sunrise and an Incredible Walk

Rota Vicentina Day 9: Arrifana to Carrapateira – From Sunrise to a Perfect Beach Picnic Spot

October 12, 2026

Day 9 of our Rota Vicentina adventure starts with a beautiful sunrise over Arrifana and ends with what might just be our best picnic spot yet — a perfect beach tucked beneath Portugal’s wild Atlantic cliffs. Between the two, we follow delightful trails towards Carrapateira, soaking up the views and enjoying another unforgettable day on the Fishermen’s Trail. … More Rota Vicentina Day 9: Arrifana to Carrapateira – From Sunrise to a Perfect Beach Picnic Spot

Rota Vicentina Day 6 : Zambujeira do Mar to Odeceixe – Finally We Found the Storks!

October 8, 2026

Day 6 of our Rota Vicentina adventure takes us from beautiful Zambujeira do Mar to Odeceixe, following spectacular coastal paths, through wild landscapes and above sandy beaches. After searching for them for days, we finally find the storks! … More Rota Vicentina Day 6 : Zambujeira do Mar to Odeceixe – Finally We Found the Storks!

Walking the Rota Vicentina – Reflections on the First 4 Days

October 7, 2026

Four days, and already so many memories. We’ve walked from Sines to Zambujeira do Mar, following the wild Atlantic coast through sandy trails, dramatic cliffs and quiet paths. Here are our reflections on the first four days of walking the Rota Vicentina, and what we’ve discovered so far about life on the trail. … More Walking the Rota Vicentina – Reflections on the First 4 Days

Rota Vicentina Day 4: Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar – In Search of Storks.

October 6, 2026

Day 4 takes us from Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar along another spectacular stretch of the Rota Vicentina. With dramatic cliffs, wild Atlantic views and sandy trails – but today we had a mission: to spot the famous white storks nesting high on the craggy sea-stacks . Will we find them? … More Rota Vicentina Day 4: Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar – In Search of Storks.

Rota Vicentina Day 3. Vila Nova de Milfontes to Almograve – Wild Coast, Quiet Paths, No Rush

October 5, 2026

After the tough miles of sand on Day 2, today we slowed down. From Vila Nova de Milfontes to Almograve, the Rota Vicentina leads us along a spectacular stretch of the wild Atlantic coastline, with dramatic cliffs, quiet paths and views that make us stop and look. No rushing today — just walking, breathing in the sea air and enjoying the journey. … More Rota Vicentina Day 3. Vila Nova de Milfontes to Almograve – Wild Coast, Quiet Paths, No Rush

Rota Vicentina Day 2 – Porto Covo to Vila Nova de Molfontes… Stunning Views and So Much Sand!

October 4, 2026

Day 2 of the Rota Vicentina takes us from Porto Covo to Vila Nova de Milfontes, following one of Portugal’s most spectacular stretches of coastline. The scenery is breathtaking, but there’s a catch — miles of soft sand made this a tough and tiring day on the trail. Stunning views, wild Atlantic beaches and very tired legs tonight! … More Rota Vicentina Day 2 – Porto Covo to Vila Nova de Molfontes… Stunning Views and So Much Sand!