August 2025

30Aug9:3014:00Walking on the Cova Pebble9:30 - 14:00 Parking near the Santana roundaboutEvent type:Hiking

Timetable

(Saturday) 9:30 - 14:00

Meeting Point

Parking near the Santana roundabout

Event details

Event Description

This walk starts at Praça Duques de Palmela, in Santana, and from there follows roads, rural paths and trails of enormous beauty towards the sea and the imposing Serra do Risco, in the heart of the Arrábida Natural Park. We'll be treated to excellent views of Sesimbra, its castle and houses, as well as the imposing cliffs with sweeping views of the sea and mountains. If necessary, there will be time for a well-deserved swim before the demanding climb back to our starting point. Another event not to be missed!

The Cova Pebble:

Cova Pebble Calhau da Cova is a small bay, which many years ago served as a shelter for various fishing boats and also as accommodation for fishermen, who occupied places near small coves. Calhau da Cova is protected to the north by the cliffs of Serra do Risco, the highest in continental Europe at 381 metres. It's a breathtaking landscape in the face of Mother Nature's magnificence.
Along our route, we will also be able to see the ruins of abandoned buildings and the diverse fauna and flora. Calm, transparent waters await us, inviting you to take a refreshing dip
. Towards the middle of the route, there is a steep incline, with a certain degree of difficulty, but which is compensated for by the surrounding landscape.

Some of the points of interest on the walk

- Views of Sesimbra Castle - Windmills - Panoramic views of the slopes of Serra da Arrábida and Serra do Risco - Sesimbra harbour - California beach - Ancient ruins of fishing boats - 381 metre high cliffs of Serra do Risco - Natural landscape -

Location

Meeting Point

Parking near the Santana roundabout

Latitude:  38°27'48.30″N
Longitude:   9° 6'0.60″W

Meeting time: 9.20am
Estimated final time: 14h

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Route Features and Equipment

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Duration

Circular
Circuit

Equipment

Suitable footwear, boots or shoes with good grip;
Suitable clothing for hiking (shorts are not recommended);
Take at least 1.5 litres of water;
Hat

*Not recommended for people with vertigo and/or reduced mobility

RESERVE

CLOSED EVENT


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10€ per person

Includes:
- Guidance and support
- Personal accident insurance
- Civil liability insurance

Not included:
- All items not mentioned.

Comments:
- Only registrations made by 4.30pm on the day before the event will be eligible for Personal Accident Insurance.
- PLACES WILL BE FILLED WHEN PROOF OF PAYMENT IS RECEIVED

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