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Matosinhos Beach – Praia de Matosinhos loop from Matosinhos

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Matosinhos Beach – Praia de Matosinhos loop from Matosinhos

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Matosinhos Beach – Praia de Matosinhos loop from Matosinhos

01:23

5.43km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

Waypoints

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800 m

Senhor do Padrão Monument

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According to legend, the sculpture Bom Jesus do Matosinhos appeared in the 18th century church in May 124 AD

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1.34 km

Matosinhos Beach

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Here is one of the surfing hotspots on the extensive beach. You can watch the surfers here almost around the clock.

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1.84 km

Anémona (She Changes) Sculpture

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Held up by three metal posts, this gigantic 42-metre diameter net moves with the wind, imitating the movement of anemones. It is a sculpture in constant change, which is why …

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2.54 km

Fort of Saint Francis Xavier (Cheese Castle)

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The fort, founded in 1661 or 1662, is located in a dominant position over the Atlantic Ocean, close to the mouth of the Douro River. It is also known as …

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2.69 km

Fort of Saint Francis Xavier

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Tower fortress from the 17th century with cannons, built on a prominent rock high above the beach.

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2.90 km

Praia de Matosinhos

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View of Forte de Sāo Francisco Xavier (Cheese Castle)

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4.44 km

Matosinhos Beach

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4.56 km

Stamp station at the Lantern Tower of Senhor do Padrão

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Here you can get your First stamp

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5.43 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.50 km

1.46 km

472 m

Surfaces

1.63 km

1.46 km

1.32 km

1.01 km

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Monday 6 July

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