Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena – View of Rocha da Pena loop from Quinta do Freixo

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Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena – View of Rocha da Pena loop from Quinta do Freixo

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Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena – View of Rocha da Pena loop from Quinta do Freixo

03:22

11.1km

370m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

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4.15 km

View of Rocha da Pena

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Amazing spot from which you can see the whole canyon.

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4.28 km

Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena

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Sturdy footwear and long trousers are definitely recommended on this tour, as several times narrow paths lead through rough terrain with prickly maquis.

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4.35 km

Ancient Stone Wall of Rocha da Pena

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Ancient protective wall, whose origins probably date back to the Iron Age. Source: Information board on site

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4.39 km

Defensive Wall of Rocha da Pena

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The origins of this stone protective wall can be traced back to the Iron Age. Source: Information board on site

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4.49 km

View of the Rocha da Pena Valley

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4.57 km

View of Rocha da Pena Cliffs

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Sometimes you can see climbers there.

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4.67 km

View of Rocha da Pena

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When the weather conditions are right, you can always enjoy wonderful views on the circular hike at Rocha da Pena.

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4.93 km

View south from Rocha da Pena

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From here you have a great view towards the sea coast when the weather is clear.

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11.1 km

End point

Hotel

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.14 km

5.13 km

711 m

131 m

Surfaces

6.77 km

3.50 km

447 m

265 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Wednesday 11 November

20°C

14°C

98 %

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Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena – View of Rocha da Pena loop from Quinta do Freixo

View of Rocha da Pena

Crest Trail of Rocha da Pena

Ancient Stone Wall of Rocha da Pena

Defensive Wall of Rocha da Pena

View of the Rocha da Pena Valley

View of Rocha da Pena Cliffs

View of Rocha da Pena

View south from Rocha da Pena

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