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Castelo Branco

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Cântaro Magro – Serra da Estrela loop from Caria

Routes

Bike touring routes & trails

Portugal

Castelo Branco

Caria

Cântaro Magro – Serra da Estrela loop from Caria

Hard

riders

Cântaro Magro – Serra da Estrela loop from Caria

05:41

72.3km

1,980m

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: May 23, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 20.7 km for 130 m

After 36.5 km for 52 m

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Train Station

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20.7 km

Varanda dos Carqueijais Viewpoint

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Offering breathtaking views of the southeastern slopes of the Serra da Estrela, Cova da Beira, and the charming city of Covilhã, the Varanda dos Carqueijais, which rises 1,130 meters above …

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28.7 km

View of Torre from Nave de Santo António

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29.8 km

View of Unhais da Serra

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Gravel road between Unhais da Serra and Nave de Santo António. Quiet traffic-free climbing.

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34.5 km

Cântaro Magro

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Cântaro Magro is one of the most iconic and spectacular rock formations in the Serra da Estrela, the highest mountain range in mainland Portugal.

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36.0 km

Serra da Estrela

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Beautiful panoramic views from the highest point in Portugal. You can ski here in winter, and there is sometimes snow even in summer.

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36.2 km

Torre (Serra da Estrela Summit)

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This is the HP of mainland Portugal. The short way up is to drive up to the top, park up and walk 50m to the summit and then go and buy some good cheese and meats from the summit shops!

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