Turquel is a village located within the municipality of Alcobaça, Portugal, offering a landscape well-suited for outdoor pursuits. The region borders the Serra dos Candeeiros and encompasses a section of the Natural Park of Serras de Aire e Candeeiros, characterized by unique geological formations and extensive stone walls. This rural setting provides a varied terrain for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, hiking, and more. From elevated points, views extend towards the distant coast, adding to the area's…
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Average rating
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4.3
(9)
23
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
hikers
13.5km
03:58
370m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
hikers
13.2km
03:52
350m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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hikers
7.92km
02:22
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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37
runners
18.9km
02:30
640m
640m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.8km
01:09
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
14.4km
01:49
420m
420m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

10
runners
9.40km
00:59
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
riders
78.2km
03:38
790m
790m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

25
riders
72.4km
03:17
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

23
riders
55.7km
02:48
710m
710m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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15
riders
41.1km
02:08
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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23
riders
78.3km
06:55
1,620m
1,620m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

11
riders
65.2km
05:16
920m
920m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

11
riders
75.2km
05:57
1,160m
1,160m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

9
riders
41.4km
03:48
860m
860m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
44.8km
02:52
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
46.0km
02:52
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
52.7km
03:57
610m
610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
72.8km
04:28
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Turquel offers various outdoor activities including road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and hiking. The region features more than 20 routes across these sports, catering to different preferences.
Turquel has attracted more than 1,700 visitors on komoot. The available routes have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars, based on 149 ratings.
Yes, Turquel provides 12 road cycling routes. Cyclists can find detailed information and plans in the guide Road Cycling Routes around Turquel.
Turquel offers 7 mountain biking trails. These trails provide opportunities to explore the region's diverse terrain. Further details are available in the guide MTB Trails around Turquel.
Yes, Turquel is suitable for hiking, with routes available for various fitness levels. The Natural Park of Serras de Aire e Candeeiros offers trekking opportunities to explore its natural and geological wonders. A comprehensive guide is available at Hiking around Turquel.
Yes, Turquel offers easy hiking options for those seeking less strenuous routes. Specific routes are detailed in the guide Easy hikes around Turquel.
Turquel provides jogging routes for exploring the scenic surroundings on foot. One dedicated jogging route is available. More information can be found in the guide Running Trails around Turquel.
Turquel is characterized by unique geological formations resulting from millions of years of erosion, particularly within the Natural Park of Serras de Aire e Candeeiros. The landscape also features extensive walls of piled stones, originally constructed for agriculture.
From elevated points around Turquel, large sights extend towards the distant buildings and cliffs of Nazaré. These viewpoints offer panoramic views where the sun and sea converge in the haze.
Komoot offers several guides for Turquel, including Road Cycling Routes around Turquel, MTB Trails around Turquel, Running Trails around Turquel, and Hiking around Turquel.
The official website for the local governing body, Junta de Freguesia de Turquel, is jf-turquel.pt. This site provides local information and resources.
The Junta de Freguesia de Turquel can be contacted by phone at +351 262 919 733 or +351 965 500 514. Email inquiries can be sent to junta.turquel@gmail.com.

