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Cyclin'Portugal Centre of Tábua (P5 - Black)

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Aldeias do Xisto

/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto
/ Tábua MTB Centre
Photo: Agnelo Quelhas, Aldeias do Xisto

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difficult

Distance 59.9 km

6:00 h

1,406 m

Circular route that shares an initial stretch with route 3 (red) and a final stretch with route 2 (blue). It passes through Sinde, Covelo, Carapinha, Meda de Mouros and Pinheiro de Coja, among others. It runs through rural roads, trails and single forested tracks bound by areas of pine, eucalyptus and agricultural production as well as the banks of the rivers Mondego and Alva. The passage through trails with steep slopes and more technical sections requires visitors to be in good physical condition. However, it all pays off when you reach areas of scenic interest, such as the Aguieira Reservoir Dam and the Ronqueira River Beach.

Author’s recommendation

Keep an eye out for areas of scenic interest, such as the Aguieira Reservoir Dam and the Ronqueira River Beach. Book your accommodation, experience and meal in Book in Xisto.

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Aldeias do Xisto

Update: June 01, 2021

Difficulty

difficult

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Highest point

399 m

Lowest point

126 m

Rest Stop

Vila Cova de Alva
Quinta da Palmeira – Country House Retreat & Spa
Coja River Beach
Peneda da Cascalheira - Secarias River Beach
Campus Natura
Aldeia do Xisto de Benfeita
Benfeita River Beach
Casa do Rosmaninho

Safety information

- Ride on open trails only

- Leave no traces of your passage

- Control your bicycle

- Yield to others

- Never scare the animals

- Plan ahead

- Pay attention to motorvehicles on public roads

- It is forbidden to use motor-vehicles on downhill trails

- Respect the environmental or maintenance signage

- Trails are restricted from September to October due to the red deer mating season

- Recommended use of GPS device

Useful contacts

SOS Emergência: 112

SOS Floresta: 117

Tábua Council: (+351) 235 410 340

Aldeias do Xisto: (+351) 275 037 393 | (+351) 960 101 873

Tips and hints

Amidst mountain ranges (Estrela, Lousã, Buçaco and Caramulo), which give its terrain an accentuated plateau-like dimension, the municipality of Tábua is an open door to a region full of contrasts. Its plateau-like terrain hides a dense network of valleys opened by rivers and streams, giving the landscape a unique beauty and the possibility of visiting various places of interest, such as Pedra da Sé, Penedo Cabana or the various mills that extend along the bed of the rivers that cross it, such as the Mondego and the Alva.

On the other hand, it presents a vast architectural heritage consisting of pillories, manor houses, buildings of worship and other buildings where granite reigns, as well as a rich archaeological heritage and traces of Roman civilization. As far as food is concerned, cheese, roast kid, chanfana (roast kid), buxo and the excellent maize bread stand out, all paired with a Dão wine.

Start

40° 21' 21.01" N; 7° 58' 35.69" W (325 m)

Coordinates:

40.355762, -7.976413

DMS

40°21'20.7"N 7°58'35.1"W

UTM

29T 586918 4467747

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Destination

40° 21' 21.01" N; 7° 58' 35.69" W

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all notes on protected areas

Coordinates

40.355762, -7.976413

DMS

40°21'20.7"N 7°58'35.1"W

UTM

29T 586918 4467747

w3w

///huntress.recessed.adamantly

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Equipment

Basic Equipment for Mountain Biking

Cycling helmet
Cycling gloves
Sturdy, comfortable and preferably waterproof footwear
Layered, moisture wicking clothing
Rucksack (with rain cover)
Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket)
Sunglasses
Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
Cell phone
Cash
Navigation equipment / map and compass

Technical Equipment for Mountain Biking

Air pump or CO2 pump including cartridges
Puncture repair kit
Replacement inner tube
Tire levers
Chain tool
Hex keys
Phone / device holder as required
Bike lock as required
Where applicable, the bike must meet requirements for road use by having a bell, front and rear lamps and spoke reflectors

The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.

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Difficulty

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Distance

59.9 km

Duration

6:00 h

Ascent

1,406 m

Descent

1,406 m

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