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Penha Sanctuary – Boulder Labyrinth loop from Guimarães

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Penha Sanctuary – Boulder Labyrinth loop from Guimarães

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Penha Sanctuary – Boulder Labyrinth loop from Guimarães

03:07

9.70km

400m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

3.62 km

Hermitage of Our Lady of Mount Carmel (Grotto)

Highlight • Religious Site

The small chapel is carved entirely out of stone.

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2

3.89 km

Penha Sanctuary

Highlight • Religious Site

The plans for the building were drawn up by the Portuguese architect José Marques da Silva. Work began on August 6, 1930. Marques da Silva broke with traditional forms of …

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3

4.02 km

View of Guimarães from the Cable Car

Highlight • Viewpoint

Those who can no longer hike can take the cable car down to the valley

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4.18 km

Boulder Labyrinth

Highlight • Natural Monument

Paths not marked on the map lead around a pretty rest area through a great rocky landscape.

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5

4.40 km

Statue of Pope Pius IX at the Miradouro da Penha viewpoint

Highlight • Monument

Large stone statue at the Miradouro da Penha, erected in honor of Pope Pius IX. The big rocks are often so close together that you have to push your way through them.

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5.10 km

Moss-covered boulders in Parque da Penha

Highlight • Natural Monument

If you enjoy hiking through nature, this is recommended. I recommend good hiking shoes and a backpack.

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7

5.12 km

Stone Gate

Highlight • Natural Monument

8

7.01 km

View of Guimarães

Highlight • Viewpoint

From the garden you have a great view of the city.

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9.70 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.63 km

3.35 km

1.59 km

1.14 km

Surfaces

3.77 km

3.31 km

1.48 km

525 m

317 m

304 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (590 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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Friday 16 October

24°C

11°C

35 %

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