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The Walker Sculpture – Iron Statue of the Cyclist loop from Castro Marim

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Portugal

Algarve

Castro Marim

The Walker Sculpture – Iron Statue of the Cyclist loop from Castro Marim

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The Walker Sculpture – Iron Statue of the Cyclist loop from Castro Marim

00:45

10.7km

20m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António

Zona de Proteção Especial dos Sapais de Castro Marim

Ria Formosa-Castro Marim

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.19 km

Castro Marim Salt Pans

Highlight • Structure

Saltworks where salt is extracted using traditional methods.

The saltworks are located in the Sapal Natural Park.

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1.34 km

The Walker Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

This is a work by artist Carlos de Oliveira Correia. You can find his work everywhere in the Algarve.
But here he has already lost a walking stick.

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2.33 km

Iron Statue of the Cyclist

Highlight • Monument

Nice rest area on the bike path with a statue of a cyclist

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2.41 km

Cyclist Sculpture by Carlos de Oliveira Correia

Highlight • Monument

Perhaps one or two bikers won't just roll past this sculpture carelessly, but will be inspired by the metal lady on her bike to do the same and pause briefly at this spot—which offers a beautiful view of the bird sanctuary's landscape. And perhaps even take the opportunity to take a nice selfie. Incidentally, the lady here also has a male counterpart; the man in question is located in Odeceixe. He's also been added as a highlight in the komoot system. If you're interested, see the following link =>> komoot.com/de-de/highlight/4257940

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3.34 km

Birdwatching Tower – Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António

Highlight • Viewpoint

Unique bird sanctuary, we were able to observe a number of flamingos 🤩🥰🤩

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3.40 km

Flamingo Observation Tower, Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António

Highlight • Viewpoint

The entire region is a true natural sanctuary. It is possible to find countless species of birds, with flamingos being the ones that probably attract the most attention. At this point there is a small observation tower where you can admire the birds and the surrounding nature.

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3.65 km

Flamingos in the Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo António Salt Marsh Nature Reserve

Highlight • Lake

A large area is divided into plots, which is filled with salt water.
These shallow areas contain plenty of food for the migratory birds.
Many species of birds have found their habitat in these waters, including the shy flamingos.

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7.18 km

Salt Pans of the Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António

Highlight • Natural Monument

An important natural product is extracted from the sea's saltwater here. Only through the power of the elements, sun and wind, which evaporate the water in the saltworks' shallow basins, does pure salt remain. Even today, you won't find a kitchen without salt to season dishes. But in earlier times, it had an additional significance: It was important for preserving food—making it so precious that salt was called "white gold."

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10.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.67 km

2.64 km

1.65 km

1.05 km

393 m

186 m

Surfaces

4.01 km

3.93 km

2.48 km

176 m

Elevation

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Saturday 4 July

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The Walker Sculpture – Iron Statue of the Cyclist loop from Castro Marim

Castro Marim Salt Pans

The Walker Sculpture

Iron Statue of the Cyclist

Cyclist Sculpture by Carlos de Oliveira Correia

Birdwatching Tower – Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António

Flamingo Observation Tower, Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António

Flamingos in the Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo António Salt Marsh Nature Reserve

Salt Pans of the Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António

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