Fofos de Belas – Jardas Stream loop from Agualva-Cacém

Portugal

Lisbon

Agualva

Fofos de Belas – Jardas Stream loop from Agualva-Cacém

Moderate

riders

Fofos de Belas – Jardas Stream loop from Agualva-Cacém

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26.7km

390m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.91 km for 140 m

After 24.4 km for 54 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.80 km

Fofos de Belas

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Fofos de Belas are a Portuguese confectionery specialty, originating from the village of Belas, in the municipality of Sintra. This traditional sweet consists of a small, light cake, similar to sponge cake, filled with custard and dusted with powdered sugar. Initially known as "Fartos de Creme," Fofos de Belas have over time acquired a prominent place in Lisbon's gastronomy and Portuguese culinary culture.

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5.09 km

Entrance to Parque Florestal da Carregueira

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This entrance to the Parque Florestal da Carregueira provides access to all trails in Mata de Belas.

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5.67 km

Águas Livres Aqueduct (km 0)

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6.02 km

Águas Livres Aqueduct – Belas Branch

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The Águas Livres Aqueduct is a national monument, built by King João V in the 16th century. XVIII. This "section" is almost at the beginning of this branch, which starts here in the Belas area. In sec. In the 19th century, the aqueduct was greatly expanded with the construction of other branches.

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6.14 km

Wooden Bridge on the Aqueduto das Águas Livres Trail, Mata de Belas

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Mata de Belas is an important green spot so close to Lisbon, where in addition to a lush vegetation of oaks, chestnut trees and other species where we can appreciate the Aqueduto das Águas Livres and Quinta da Fonteireira. It is also possible to climb up to the geodesic landmark of Penedos Pardos, cross the chestnut stream and a tributary of the Jamor River.

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7.91 km

Belas Clube de Campo Watchtower

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Lookout post of Belas Clube de Campo

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23.6 km

Forest Park with Playground

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For the peace and greenery.

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24.3 km

Jardas Stream

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Legend has it that, after the conquest of Lisbon from the Moors, D. Afonso Henriques rewarded an English crusader for his participation in the fights, awarding him land crossed by the river as a reward. The English decided to measure it, using the yard, which could be the origin of its name, but there are other versions for the origin of this designation.
There are short trails in the area, of course, but they require some experience in certain sections. They are enough to pass some time without "repeating" too much.

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26.7 km

End point

Train Station

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