· Regional
Strenuous
Caminho do Mar
📏
42.3 km
Distance
⏱
10h 31min
Est. duration
⛰
Strenuous
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
O início deste caminho é no Estoril e em Cascais. É simultaneamente caminho para Fátima e caminho para Santiago, uma vez que quem o deseje poderá a partir de Fátima prosseguir para Santiago pelo caminho do Norte.
Covering 42.3 km, this is a true long-distance trail best approached as a multi-day journey through varied terrain.
This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start.
A Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail weaves through the regional landscape connecting villages, viewpoints, and countryside.
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Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Cascais
B
Finish
· Fátima
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it to walk Caminho do Mar?
Caminho do Mar covers a distance of 42.3 km.
How long does it take to walk Caminho do Mar?
At an average walking pace, Caminho do Mar takes approximately 10h 31min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on Caminho do Mar?
No — Caminho do Mar is a one-way trail. It runs from Cascais to Fátima. You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
Where can I begin walking Caminho do Mar?
You can begin Caminho do Mar at Cascais.
How difficult is Caminho do Mar?
Caminho do Mar is a strenuous hike requiring excellent fitness and prior hiking experience.
Who maintains the Caminho do Mar trail?
Caminho do Mar is maintained and managed by Centro Nacional de Cultura.