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Algarve

Vila Nova De Cacela

Steep Descent at Cacela Velha – View of the Ria Formosa lagoon loop from Cacela

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Portugal

Algarve

Vila Nova De Cacela

Steep Descent at Cacela Velha – View of the Ria Formosa lagoon loop from Cacela

Moderate

4.2

(35)

180

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Steep Descent at Cacela Velha – View of the Ria Formosa lagoon loop from Cacela

01:26

20.9km

180m

Cycling

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

Last updated: July 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 18.1 km for 42 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.17 km

Steep Descent at Cacela Velha

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I always call it "the hole of Cacela Velha" - steep down, steeper up again. Don't be too ambitious with the swing: oncoming traffic is possible and sometimes late.

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6.67 km

Morning Glory Path in Parque Natural da Ria Formosa

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Lots of puddles in rainy weather. Otherwise a nice path.

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16.6 km

Conceição de Tavira to Fábrica Coastal Route

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through the orange trees along the golf courses.

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18.0 km

View of Cacela Velha and the Ria Formosa

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Cacela Velha is a small and unique historical place, bordered to the south by a fortress and to the east and west by the parish cemetery overlooking the Ria Formosa.

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18.0 km

Church of Our Lady of the Assumption of Cacela Velha

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Church stands on the ruins of the medieval church. Built in 1538 in honor of “Our Lady of the Assumption” - Nossa Senhora da Assuncao.

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18.0 km

Cacela Velha Algarve Portugal

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Beautiful view point just 150 metres off the Ecovia do Litoral Good place for a coffee or beer

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18.0 km

View of the Ria Formosa lagoon

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A small round through the village with a magnificent view of the mudflats.
This place is probably included in every bus tour of the regional organizers, i.e. other groups are also staying there 🤣

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18.1 km

Cacela Velha — Historic Village and Fortress

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A well-restored village with a church, a fortress and a great view of the easternmost lagoon of the Ria Formosa.

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20.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.5 km

6.61 km

2.60 km

944 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.8 km

3.62 km

2.91 km

1.29 km

1.17 km

Elevation

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