This activity proposal aims to provide a weekend where the tranquillity and beauty of the Alcobaça and Leiria area are a constant, to which we add the walks in Ribeira do Mogo and Nascentes do Lis, as well as the climb to Alto da Maunça, with unobstructed views as far as Berlengas. We'll also visit the Interpretive Centre of the Battle of Aljubarrota! Come and join us for another event not to be missed!

TIME: Departure from Lisbon at 7am
RETURN: Arrival in Lisbon at 7.30pm

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 21ST JANUARY 2026

Saturday 21st February

9.00 a.m. - Scheduled start time for the walk

Walking in the Mogo Stream Valley - Source of the Alcoa River - Alcobaça

Points of interest:

- Springs of the Alcoa River
- Chiqueda de Cima
- Village of Carvalhal
- Water Mill
- Mogo Stream
- Caves and karst cavities
- Natural landscapes

Distance: 12 kilometres

Difficulty: 3 (Scale from 1 to 5, 1 being the easiest)

Estimated time: 4 hours

In the Ribeira do Mogo Valley

The route begins in Chiqueda, which is deeply connected to the river Alcoa, which rises near this town, more precisely in the Ribeira do Mogo valley. The Suão well is a cave where you can see the underground water arm that feeds the source of the river, one of the most important karst springs in the region. Heading towards the village of Cadoiço, you can see the hanging valleys of the Serra dos Candeeiros. They are so called because they are suspended less than halfway up the slope, when the gradient becomes gentler towards the top. These valleys, together with the escarpment of the mountain, make up one of the most beautiful landscapes in the PNSAC (Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Natural Park).
The path then follows the Ribeira do Mogo Valley, located at the foot of the western slope of the Serra dos Candeeiros, one of the most important natural areas in the municipality of Alcobaça. The valley, which currently runs along its bottom, is characterised by its deep, sinuous groove in the limestone formations. The stream is temporary, with considerable flow in winter. At the end of the valley, when it reaches the town of Chiqueda, the stream joins the River Alcoa.

13.30 - Picnic lunch

15h00 - Visit to the Interpretive Centre of the Battle of Aljubarrota

Located in the village of São Jorge, its exhibition area combines an innovative concept of entertainment and education that is divided into four sections, which help visitors to understand what the Battle of Aljubarrota was and how it all happened. The first two exhibition areas are dedicated to the Battle of Aljubarrota, the period in which it took place and the archaeological discoveries on the battlefield. There is also an auditorium for the projection of a multimedia show that reconstructs the Battle and the events that led up to it.

16h30 - Walk along the banks of the Lis and the historic centre of Leiria

8pm - Suggested Group Dinner

22nd February (Sunday)

9.30 a.m. - Scheduled start time for the walk

Walking in the Lis Springs

Points of interest:

- Fountain Chapel
- River Lis Springs
- Alto da Maunça - 435 metres
- Serra da Senhora do Monte
- Natural landscapes

Distance: 10 kilometres

Difficulty: 3.5 (Scale from 1 to 5, 1 being the easiest)

Estimated duration: 3h30m

At the source of the River Lis

This route promotes the natural beauty of the source of the River Lis, where, in some months of the year, you can see the water springing up in a surprising way. Passing through the valley between Serra da Maunça and Serra da Senhora do Monte, the route takes us along dirt tracks and paths that alternate between areas of scrubland and forest.

At its highest point, you can see the city of Leiria and, on days with good visibility, the Berlengas islands.

- Lunch suggestion
- Stop at some tourist attractions

16h45 - End of activity and return to Lisbon

Equipment: Suitable footwear and clothing for nature walks

Registration fee:

Price includes:

- Transport by bus or coach from Lisbon to each of the places described above
- Transport to the locations of each walk and accommodation
- Accommodation with breakfast included - 3/4 star hotel
- The proposed accommodation option includes various room types
- Guided Walks
- Compulsory insurance

Prices with transport

Price in double room: 190€
Price in single room: 215€

Values without transport

Price in double room: 130€
Price in single room: 155€

Seat reservation fee: 50€

Notes: 

a) Registrations are limited and accommodation options are limited to availability at the time of booking.

b) If you have a group interested in this trip, contact us, we have personalised solutions.

- Alcoa River Springs - Chiqueda de Cima - Carvalhal Village - Water Mill - Ribeira do Mogo - Caves and Karst Cavities - Chapel of the Fountains - Lis River Springs - Alto da Maunça - 435 metres - Senhora do Monte Mountain - Natural landscapes -