West Coast Ride

1 day

Duration

5/10

Physicality

Mafra

Location

16+

Age

Feb-Dec

Dates

In the further west region of Portugal, near Lisbon, there is a large concentration of ancient monuments proving the human presence since Prehistory attracted by the sea and land resources. Nowadays people are also atracted to this region specially by its wonders! It is an intense bike ride where mountain biking lovers can enjoy great tracks and amazing scenery on a day trip.

Starting in Mafra, where king João V ordered the construction of a great convent, we will go towards the seashore by Lizandro river valley where there is a fabulous single track. On the rivermouth and along the coast we will see the amazing contrast between the Atlantic ocean and the cliffs. Then it’s time to go inland, discover part of the region heritage and finish the tour with a typical lunch in the typical village.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Eduardo VII Park, Lisbon

DEPARTURE TIME

8 a.m. (please arrive at 7.45 a.m.)

INCLUDED

museum visit	bike mtb
typical lunch/1 drink	Guide

NOT INCLUDED

Entrance fees

extra drinks

Concentration

Eduardo VII park, Lisbon. please arrive at 7.45 to get on the minivan to go to Mafra and depart at 8 a.m.

Departure on bike in Mafra

Near the magnificent convent of Mafra we will start the ride after tasting a regional pastry and taking a group photo.

Looking for the ocean

Fortresses and religious marks along with great mtb trails. The beautiful contrast between river mouth and the sea.

Along the coast

Marvelous cliffs with a great view over the sea. Before we arrive to the supplies we will come across with some technical parts of the trail that are quite enjoying for the mtb lovers