· Regional
· Rota Vicentina
Hard
Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo
📏
17.9 km
Distance
⏱
4h 28min
Est. duration
⛰
Hard
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Ligação do Caminho Histório ao Trilho dos Pescadores
Covering 17.9 km, this is a substantial hike requiring a reasonable base fitness. Most walkers complete it in about 3 hours and 59 minutes.
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. Follow the Rota Vicentina waymarkers throughout to stay on the official trail line.
This trail forms part of the Regional Walking Network (RWN), linking local communities and natural features across the region. Waymarking is managed at the regional level.
Elevation Profile
Loading elevation data…
Elevation data unavailable for this route.
↑ Elevation gain
↓ Elevation loss
High point
Low point
Elevation data from SRTM via OpenTopoData (open dataset).
Map
View on OSM →Loading…
Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Cercal do Alentejo
B
Finish
· Porto Covo
Photos
No photos yet for this route.
Reviews
No reviews yet.
Log in to write a review
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total distance of Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo?
The total distance of Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo is 17.9 km.
What is the estimated walking time for Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo?
The estimated walking time for Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo is approximately 4h 28min.
Is Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo a loop trail?
No, Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Cercal do Alentejo to Porto Covo. Plan ahead for return transport.
What is the starting point of Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo?
The starting point of Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo is Cercal do Alentejo.
What fitness level is needed for Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo?
Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo is rated hard. Prior hiking experience and solid fitness are required.
Who maintains the Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo trail?
Caminho Histórico - Cercal do Alentejo » Porto Covo is maintained and managed by Rota Vicentina.