EVENT: Walking from Nazaré to Fátima in 2 stages

DATE OF REALISATION:  26th and 27th October 2024

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 31 AUGUST 2024

This event accepts 2 types of participation:

1 - In 2-day mode (weekend, with accommodation and transport)

2 - In 2-step mode: In this case the total amount payable is 30€.

EVENT DESCRIPTION: "Walking between Shrines: from Nazaré to Fátima in 2 stages"

In this activity proposal from Caminhando, we will link the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora da Nazaré, on the site, to the Sanctuary of Fátima, in two stages, totalling 50 kilometres in length. Each person can take part in the weekend mode, with accommodation and transport, or buy just the 2 stages. It's a fantastic route, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Sanctuary of Fátima, overcoming some mountain ranges such as the Serra dos Candeeiros and passing through beautiful places such as Porto de Mós or Pia do Urso. Come with us and you won't regret it. If you're coming for a weekend, we'll be staying in Nazaré, where you can enjoy the often spectacular sunsets and sunsets, as well as the region's excellent gastronomy!

These will be some of the most important places we'll pass along the various hikes: 

• Shrine of Our Lady of Nazareth
• Sítio and Pinhal da Nazaré
• Valado de Frades and Casal da Areia
• Cós (Monastery of Santa Maria de Cós)
• Cumeira and Quarries
• Porto de Mós
• Alcaria, Barrenta and Bouceiros
• Serra dos Candeeiros
• Bear Sink
• Fatima Shrine
• Natural landscapes

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

The Way

The Nazaré Way stretches from the Atlantic coast to the mountainous interior. It connects two important Marian shrines: the historic Sanctuary of Our Lady of Nazareth, located on a promontory or finisterre above the sea and whose origins date back to ancient times, and the Sanctuary of Fatima, which was built in the 20th century in Cova da Iria on the site of the 1917 apparitions. The landscape is diverse. After the maritime-influenced scenery that marks the start of the route, you follow a vast area of pine forest and floodplain and then enter the mountainous area of the Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Natural Park. The whole route is characterised by nature, in a setting where rural villages and small urban settlements emerge. Churches, chapels, hermitages and small local shrines are landmarks all along the Way.

26th October (Saturday) - STAGE 1 - From Sítio da Nazaré to Pedreiras (Porto de Mós)

Walking from Nazaré to Pedreiras

Between Sítio da Nazaré, with the sea as a backdrop, and the village of Pedreiras in the municipality of Porto de Mós, with the Serra dos Candeeiros on the horizon, there will be approximately 24 kilometres, with short stops in cosy places, enjoying the landscape and getting to know an amazing cultural and natural heritage. During this day, the route crosses the territory of rural parishes in the municipalities of Nazaré, Alcobaça and Porto de Mós. The fauna and flora are varied, with the emphasis on seabirds in the area of Atlantic influence and the varied fruits from the productive floodplains, fed by rivers and streams. The areas of pine forest alternate with agricultural fields of fertile alluvial land in Valado dos Frades and Maiorga, where villages emerge from the prosperous rural parishes.

Level of difficulty of the route: 3.5 (Scale of 1 to 5)

Route length: 24 kilometres

Linear Route

Estimated duration: 6h30m

- Hotel check-in
- Suggested walk and sunset in Nazaré
- Group dinner (suggested)

27th October (Sunday) - STAGE 2 - From Pedreiras to Fátima

Walking from Pedreiras to Fátima

This stage between the Church of Pedreiras and the Sanctuary of Fátima takes place in a surprising setting of extreme beauty. The biggest challenge is the climb up and over the Serra dos Candeeiros, where nature imposes itself with its steep slopes and characteristic rock formations. Here, the degree of difficulty is high, but we can enjoy the scenery. In this mountainous territory that leads to the Serra de Aire, you'll find scattered settlements in small cosy villages, surrounded by farmland dotted with olive, oak and holm oak trees. The relief is characteristic of the Estremadura Limestone Massif, where nature comes to life. We'll be in the heart of the Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Natural Park, which was created in 1979 with the particularity of valuing the inseparable relationship between nature and man.

Level of difficulty of the route: 3.5 (Scale of 1 to 5)

Route length: 26 kilometres

Linear Route

Estimated time: 7h00m

Equipment: Footwear and clothing suitable for hiking

Registration fee:

Price includes:

- Transport from Lisbon to the places described by bus, minibus or coach
- Accommodation in a 2-star hotel, breakfast included
- 2 Walks
- The proposed accommodation option includes various room types
- Guided Walks
- Compulsory insurance

PROGRAMME VALUES

Weekend option

155€ (Price per person in double room)
185€ (Price per person in single room)
Booking fee: 50€

2-stage hiking only option

30€ (Total amount per person) - Does not include the cost of the transfer to the starting point of each stage. 

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 31 AUGUST 2024 OR UNTIL THE NUMBER OF AVAILABLE PLACES IS REACHED

Notes: 

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

b) The routes may be altered according to weather conditions.

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

- Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora da Nazaré - Pinhal and Sítio da Nazaré - Serra de Aires e Candeeiros - Porto de Mós - Pia do Urso - Sanctuary of Fátima - Natural landscapes -