Tag: hiking adventure

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

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 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!

Rota Vicentina – Day 1 Sines to Porto Covo – The Adventure begins!

October 3, 2026

Our Rota Vicentina hiking adventure begins! We leave Sines behind and set off along Portugal’s spectacular Atlantic coast towards Porto Covo, with sandy trails, rugged cliffs and ocean views. Day one has been a long day, travelling ,finding our rhythm, settling into our backpacks and taking those first exciting steps on one of Portugal’s most beautiful walking trails. … More Rota Vicentina – Day 1 Sines to Porto Covo – The Adventure begins!