9 Scenic Hiking Trails In Portugal For Incredible Views

Tenzin Chodon

Seven Hanging Valleys Trail, Algarve

This coastal trail runs between Praia da Marinha and Praia do Vale de Centianes, passing the Benagil Cave viewpoint and Alfanzina Lighthouse along the way.

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Fishermen’s Trail, Rota Vicentina

Following the Atlantic coast from Porto Covo towards Lagos, this multi-day route passes beaches, fishing villages, dunes and coastal paths.

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Portinho da Arrábida, Arrábida Natural Park

A short drive from Lisbon, this trail network crosses the Serra da Arrábida, with views over the Sado Estuary and the coastline.

Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, Madeira

This mountain route connects two of Madeira’s highest peaks, taking walkers through tunnels, stone steps and narrow paths above the clouds.

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Boca do Inferno, São Miguel

The viewpoint looks into the Sete Cidades volcanic caldera, with views of Lagoa Azul, Lagoa Verde and Lagoa do Santiago.

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Levada do Caldeirão Verde, Madeira

Following an old irrigation channel, this trail passes through forest, tunnels and waterfalls before reaching the Caldeirão Verde waterfall.

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Paiva Walkways, Arouca

Wooden walkways follow the Paiva River through the Arouca Geopark, with the 516 Arouca suspension bridge nearby for an added highlight.

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Peneda-Gerês National Park Trails

Portugal’s only national park has trails through forests, mountains and traditional villages, including the Geira Romana, an ancient Roman road with stone milestones.

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Trilho do Vinho do Porto, Douro Valley

This walking route winds through the Douro’s vineyard terraces, giving travellers a chance to see the wine-growing landscape along the river.

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