Walking in the Algarve

A guidebook to 32 rewarding walks in Portugals Algarve region, showcasing the areas rich variety of landscapes from dramatic cliffs and golden beaches to rolling hills, quiet valleys and traditional villages. The routes are carefully graded by difficulty, offering something for everyone, whether youre a casual stroller or an experienced hiker looking for a challenge. Walks range from 4 to 18km (211 miles), taking between 1 to 6 hours to complete. They are grouped into four sections that explore the eastern Algarve, the central region, the south coast, and the wild Costa Vicentina. Clear route description illustrated with 1:25,000 and 1:50,000 mapping GPX files available to download Information on refreshments, access, parking and public transport Highlights include Cabo de So Vicente and Fia (the highest peak in the regions Serra de Monchique mountains) Notes on local geology, history, plants and wildlife