Mação is a region in Portugal's Santarém district, characterized by its extensive forests, diverse mountains, and a rich hydrographic network. This varied landscape, featuring prominent ranges like Bando dos Santos and Santo António, along with numerous springs and dams, provides an ideal setting for outdoor pursuits. The area's natural resources support several sports like road cycling, hiking, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
Mação offers a wide array of outdoor activities and routes for enthusiasts. There…
29
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4.7
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Average rating
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4.8
(8)
35
hikers
17.1km
04:42
280m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
21
hikers
3.97km
01:02
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
hikers
5.71km
01:33
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
hikers
3.29km
00:52
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(4)
38
riders
50.4km
02:13
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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11
riders
57.9km
02:52
870m
880m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

8
riders
82.6km
04:08
1,200m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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18
runners
29.2km
03:42
530m
530m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
27.0km
03:21
480m
480m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
6.93km
00:45
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
11.8km
01:28
230m
230m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
33.3km
03:08
700m
700m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
55.0km
05:09
1,240m
1,240m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
68.8km
06:20
1,270m
1,270m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
61.9km
05:56
1,220m
1,220m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
riders
88.0km
05:47
1,240m
1,240m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
33.7km
02:14
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
65.1km
04:14
840m
840m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
26.3km
02:10
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Mação offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Touring cycling. The region features diverse landscapes with extensive forests and mountains. More than 10 routes are available, with an average rating of 4.72 out of 5 stars on komoot.
Mação provides routes suitable for road cycling, utilizing its rural paths and scenic roads. The region's mountainous terrain offers varied conditions for cyclists. Specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Mação guide.
Mação features an extensive network of 'Mação Routes' for hiking, catering to various fitness levels. These include paths like the 6.2-mile (10-kilometer) Cardigos Praia Route and more challenging 11.8-mile (19-kilometer) treks with significant elevation changes. Further details are available in the Hiking around Mação guide.
Mação's mountainous terrain and rural paths are conducive to mountain biking. Areas with steep slopes, such as those found on the Brejo e Bando dos Santos Route, offer challenging conditions. Information on trails is available in the MTB Trails around Mação guide.
Mação offers various routes suitable for jogging, ranging from easy paths to more strenuous treks. The 'Mação Routes' network provides diverse options for runners. A dedicated guide for these activities is the Running Trails around Mação guide.
Mação's natural features include prominent mountains like Bando dos Santos and Santo António, offering grand landscapes and numerous viewpoints. The region also has a rich hydrographic network with springs, streams, and dams such as the Belver Dam. Unique geological sites like the Cabril Dike and the Buraca da Serpe grotto are also present.
Mação offers several viewpoints providing panoramic views of the landscape. These include the Panoramic Swing of Mação, the Viewpoint at the Bando dos Santos Mountain Range, and the 360º Natural Viewpoint of the Corvo Mountain Range. The Ortiga Sul Route also features scenic viewpoints of the Belver Dam.
Mação's network of 'Mação Routes' includes easy paths suitable for families. River beaches like Cardigos Praia and the Fluvial Beach of Carvoeiro provide refreshing spots for relaxation after activities. These options allow for varied experiences for different age groups and fitness levels.
Mação is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 300 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's offerings have an average rating of 4.72 out of 5 stars based on 17 ratings. There are 10 routes available across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Mação, covering various sports. These include Road Cycling Routes around Mação, Hiking around Mação, and MTB Trails around Mação. Additional guides are available for jogging and touring cycling.
The official website for the Mação Municipality is cm-macao.pt. This website provides general information about the region and its services. It serves as a primary resource for visitors seeking local details.
The general contact number for the Mação Municipality is +351 241 577 200. This number can be used for inquiries regarding local services, tourism information, or other administrative matters. The official website also provides contact details.

