River Swimming Area in Malcata – Bridge over the Côa River loop from Sabugal e Aldeia de Santo António

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River Swimming Area in Malcata – Bridge over the Côa River loop from Sabugal e Aldeia de Santo António

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River Swimming Area in Malcata – Bridge over the Côa River loop from Sabugal e Aldeia de Santo António

03:31

41.6km

700m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Reserva Natural da Serra da Malcata

Malcata

Zona de Proteção Especial da Serra da Malcata

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566 m

River Swimming Area in Malcata

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real white sand, crystal clear water, mini waterfalls

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9.07 km

Castelo de Sabugal

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9.44 km

Barragem do Sabugal

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Built on the Côa River, its main function is the production of hydroelectric energy and, to a lesser extent, the water supply and regulation of the river flow.

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12.7 km

Dirt road in the Reserva Natural da Serra da Malcata

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In Rota 'Kingdom of Dust' by Gravosfera

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20.0 km

Bridge over the Côa River

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Here you cross a small asphalt bridge that connects the two banks of the river surrounded by vegetation and enter the Serra da Malcata nature reserve.

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27.7 km

Soito

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Soito, also called Souto, is now a village, a title it acquired in 1999. The name comes from the chestnut trees that once graced the local landscape. As early as …

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