Starting Point:
Type
Circular
Difficulty level
Easy
Distance
4,5km
Time taken
2h15
Navigation:
Sat-nav
Technical Difficulty:
2
Cumulative elevation gain and loss:
+130m / -130m
Altitude:
175m / 80m
This route takes you down historic trails through in the Lapedo Valley, to Abrigo do Lagar Velho, and to see the “Lapedo child” – the skeleton of a child buried here about 29 thousand years ago.
Explore the ups and downs of limestone slopes, watercourses and Mediterranean forests on a very dynamic trail along a mixture of dirt tracks and paved roads.
Discover the Lapedo Valley, where cultural heritage meets natural beauty.
HERITAGE
> Abrigo do Lagar Velho Interpretation Centre
> Lapedo Valley
> Mediterranean forest
> Lapedo child prehistoric skeleton
> Picnic Area
TYPE OF EXPERIENCE
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RECOMMENDATIONS
Check out our Recommendations to follow the walking trails safely.
This route is signposted, but we recommend using a Sat-Nav or smartphone to be sure of the route.
For a more interactive experience, install the Responsible Trails Portugal app.