Hiking in Porto: must-see routes

Do you enjoy traveling and hiking? You'll love exploring the Portuguese capital, which offers beautiful walks between city and nature. If you plan on walking all day, bring a backpack, closed-toe shoes, and a picnic. Prepare to follow the Porto City Guide on the trails !

Porto City Walking Tour

With its many neighborhoods, its historic center, its cellars and its numerous tourist sites, Porto is a charming destination that you should take the time to visit. A route of approximately 14 km allows you to discover the wonders of Porto during nearly 4 hours of walking, starting from the Liberty Square. Lello Bookstore, Sao Bento Train Station, Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhao Market or even Misericordia Church, this tour of Porto is ideal if you only have one day.

The Porto City Park Trail

This is a hike that will delight lovers of nature and wide open spaces in the heart of the city's largest urban park. Spread over 200 hectares, it invites you to cross shady forests, magnificent meadows and lakesides to arrive at Matosinhos beach. Allow 1 to 1.5 hours for the 5 km walk, without forgetting your camera to capture beautiful images of birds. Picnic areas allow you to have lunch outdoors during the hike.

Info : the park is slightly out of the way, 15 minutes from the city, accessible by bus which leaves from Praça Dona Filipa de Lencastre and arrives in Vilarinha

The Douro Valley Wine Trail

Combine the pleasure of walking with that of tasting during a hike in the heart of the Douro Valley. This loop surrounded by vineyards immerses you in a green setting for 3 to 4 hours of walking over approximately 8 km. Take the time to admire the magnificent landscapes of terraced vineyards, to take a picnic break in the open air with a view of the river or to meet the winemakers who welcome you to their family cellar for a delicious tasting. Go to the village of Samodaes for an unforgettable getaway in Porto.

Info : You can reach the village by car or by train, which is the most recommended means of transport.

The Arcozelo Footbridge

South of Porto , less than 5 km from the capital, lies the charming village of Arcozelo. From here, you can follow an easy, year-round route that leads to Senhor da Pedra beach along a small river. This is a pleasant 4 km round trip between the beach and the countryside. Whether on foot or even by bike, this hike is ideal for a family outing south of Porto.

Info : Arcolezo can be reached in 15 minutes by train from Vila Nova de Gaia

Porto Oriental Park

More of a stroll than a true hike, the park offers a pleasant 2km loop that can be completed in 30 minutes. Accessible to all for a day of escape in the heart of nature, this urban oasis is ideal for resting and enjoying a quiet moment among the many varieties of trees and plants. Footbridges allow you to admire the magnificent natural areas while rest areas are perfect for an outdoor picnic break a few kilometers from Porto.

Lace up your shoes, Porto's hiking trails await you all year round !

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