Stories engraved in rocks and landscapes
Interpretive course with the purpose of awakening the senses and creating images that help us to remove and interpret the stories stored in the rocks and in the landscapes that we will find. The walker...
Interpretive course with the purpose of awakening the senses and creating images that help us to remove and interpret the stories stored in the rocks and in the landscapes that we will find. The walker...
Circular route within the woods of Barão de São João, which will pass through several areas of interest, among which stand out the house of the guard, the picnic park, the Belvedere...
Circular walk, starting at the Bensafrim's Municipal Market. During this walk you can see landscapes with vineyards, eucalyptus trees, cork oaks and much more. Also noteworthy are the fantastic...
This walk takes place almost entirely within the pine forest, where you can sometimes see the sea. In the second part of the route you can see several carved stones with faces and some poems. NOTE: Bring...
Walk of approximately 3h30 along public paths between Barão São João and the coast of Carrapateira, with an average physical index and a pace of 15 km/h. NOTE: You should bring...
Lecture on historical aspects of Bensafrim and Barão de São João (Lagos) complemented by a short walk of about 1 km.
Connection from Barão de São Miguel, municipality of Vila do Bispo, to Barão de São João, via Vinha Velha. The last 4 km are partly on the GR13 - Via Algarviana. It...
After leaving Barão de São João, the route rises slightly through a valley with few rural dwellings, about 2 km, then follows the ascent of the hill where you can see another slope...
On a walk guided by local artists, we'll discover the story behind each of the 15 pieces that make up the Artistic Installation of the 5th edition of the Walk & Art Fest. This year, 16 local artists...
The woods of Barão de São João is in Rede Natura 2000 and belongs to Sítio Costa Sudoeste. The biodiversity of the type of habitat- Serra- to which it belongs is characterized...
Short night walk to experience the charms of the forest. Note: Bring comfortable clothes and shoes for walking, water, snack and flashlight
On this circular night walk, hikers will walk a trail at the top of Bensafrim where they will observe the village lighting and the ruins of the mills. NOTE: Bring comfortable clothes and shoes for walking,...
The walk will take place in an area included in the geological units referring to the old massif and in the Southern Shore. It is intended to show, in a synthetic way, how geology conditions the...
Walk from Colinas Verdes to the Bensafrim's Municipal Market. Along the way, you can see some ruins, but you will also have the opportunity to cross a slightly wild area, where you can see a wide variety...
Walk intended for people who regularly walk ten or more kilometers. There will be few stops during this walk. With some ascents that require some physical effort, the first part of the walk takes place...
Walk through the Serra do Espinhaço de Cão, through paths and trails, starting on a section of the GR13 - Via Algarviana, heading north towards Corte de Pero Jaques and towards one of the...
Circular walk of 8 km between pines, eucalyptus, strawberry trees, cork oaks and all the vegetation that surrounds us with the energy of the wind. Note: The meeting point is at Barão de...
Walking, discovering and creating with the senses. A risky creative challenge far beyond simple drawing, painting, photography or video. Note: Bring clothes and shoes for walking, water and snack. Material...
Guided tour by Francisco Roxo, local and one of the creators of the three artistic paths present in the Barão de São João Forest: Poets' Path, See the Sea Path and Figures Path....
Guided tour of Capela do Monte, which includes a summary of the reason for its existence and some architectural features. The activity begins at the Barão de São João Cultural Center,...
Connection from Barão de São Miguel, municipality of Vila do Bispo, to Barão de São João. At 5 km we go up to the wind farm. After 6.5 km, follow the GR13 - Via Algarviana....
Hikinh with some climbs. This is a mixed route, with forest areas, where you will walk in the shade of the treetops and areas where you can look at the mountains and valleys but also see the coast...
Walk intended for families. All children are welcome, whether carried in baby carriers or ready to walk on their little feet. Low difficulty route, about 4 km. As many stops will be made as necessary....
Discover streets, houses and spaces from the Middle Ages. Note: Bring clothes and shoes for walking and water.
Circular walk starting at the Bensafrim's Municipal Market with diversified landscapes with eucalyptus, cork oaks, stone pines, agricultural spaces and an extensive vineyard. NOTE: Bring...
A short walk along the Barão de São João Woods, to enjoy the sounds and smells of the early evening.
A walk where you want to climb a hill in order to enjoy the stars, the moon and see the lights of nearby villages. An opportunity to walk through the dark of night and enjoy the silence. NOTE: Bring...
Sport hike with high physical demands, with an elevation gain of 615 meters, with the highest point being 248m in altitude. The objective is to enjoy the pleasure of walking and physical activity to...
Circular walk of 13 km that takes place in the Forest of Barão de São João. Note: Bring comfortable clothes and shoes for walking, water and snack.
Circular walk along the Mata de Barão, Vinha Velha and its slopes. Through the vegetation, we will discover the landscape and the occupation of the territory over time. Note: Bring comfortable...
Much more than a walk, we propose an interpretive route that awakens the diferents senses to some natural and cultural elements that we will find in the visited places. Geodiversity will be the...
Moderate difficulty mountain bike tour. NOTE: Helmet, inner tubes, water and energy bars/fruits.
Beginning of the walk along the Meridional Woods path, there is a small connection to the interior path, entering the Pedra do Galo route (clockwise). A new detour to the picnic area, ending the walk,...
Low difficulty family mountain bike tour, around Barão de São João. NOTE: Helmet, inner tubes, water and energy bars/fruits.
The first part of the walk begins along the Barão São João Forest Perimeter, heading east towards Vale de Coelhos and descending through Vale da Bordeira. During the route you...
Come to discover the birds of Barão de São João woods. Here we can find some different kinds of habitats: mix forest (pines, eucalyptus, cypress), shrublands (mastic trees, cistus),...
Walk through the Barrocal, south of Barão de São João, passing through completely different places from those associated with Barão. Note: Bring comfortable clothes...
Barão de São João no Neolítico e o Menir de há 5000 anos. Conhecer o porquê do aparecimento deste tipo de monumentos no interior de Barão de São....
On this circular walk, hikers will walk a trail at the top of Bensafrim where they will observe the village and the ruins of the mills. NOTE: Bring comfortable clothes and shoes for walking, a backpack...
Hikinh with some climbs. This is a mixed route, with forest areas, where you will walk in the shade of the treetops and areas where you can look at the mountains and valleys but also see the coast...