Eco Caminho Bridge – Castro do Zambujal loop from Torres Vedras
Eco Caminho Bridge – Castro do Zambujal loop from Torres Vedras
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Eco Caminho Bridge – Castro do Zambujal loop from Torres Vedras
03:42
48.1km
500m
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: July 10, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted
After 42.8 km for 77 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
Get Directions
3.89 km
Gravel Route from Torres Vedras to Santa Cruz
Highlight • Trail
17.2 km
EcoTrail from Torres Vedras to Santa Cruz
Highlight • Trail
19.9 km
Aqua Beach Bar
Highlight • Cafe
Tip by
21.4 km
EuroVelo 1 Coastal Gravel Road
Highlight • Cycleway
Route Characteristics and Surfaces
Mixed Nature: The route is a "patchwork" of surfaces:
New dedicated cycle paths.
Paved coastal roads (asphalt).
Gravel paths.
Cobblestone sections.
Gravel Conditions: Gravel sections tend to be common in more rural and quiet areas, such as in the municipality of Cantanhede, where the route passes between forests, agricultural fields, and natural dunes. The surface can be rough occasionally.
Recommended Bicycle Type: Due to the variety and presence of more uneven surfaces, the route is not recommended for road bikes. A touring bike or, ideally, a gravel bike are best suited for comfortably navigating all types of terrain.
Signage: The route is not fully signposted at all points, so it is essential to use a map or GPS for orientation.
Highlights on Gravel Sections (Example: Cantanhede)
In the section of the municipality of Cantanhede, which is more rural, cyclists will find:
A network of shaded forest cycle paths.
Connection to the authentic Praia da Tocha beach, with its typical houses (palheiros).
Protected coastal landscapes, with dunes and natural trails.
In short, EuroVelo 1 in Portugal offers a varied and scenic cycling experience, with gravel sections that add an element of adventure and proximity to nature, requiring the right equipment to fully enjoy the route.
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Tip by
31.9 km
Eco Caminho Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
37.0 km
Reduto do Outeiro da França
Nature Reserve
42.8 km
Castro do Zambujal
Highlight • Historical Site
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Tip by
44.3 km
Vineyard Road Near Parafuja
Highlight • Trail
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Tip by
48.1 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
23.5 km
15.2 km
7.05 km
1.25 km
629 m
367 m
191 m
Surfaces
15.7 km
13.8 km
11.0 km
7.18 km
438 m
121 m
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Elevation
Highest point (160 m)
Lowest point (0 m)
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