Rio Mondego – Mata Nacional do Choupal loop from Coimbra

Portugal

Coimbra

Santo António Dos Olivais

Rio Mondego – Mata Nacional do Choupal loop from Coimbra

Hard

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Rio Mondego – Mata Nacional do Choupal loop from Coimbra

03:19

50.2km

570m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 1.71 km for 1 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.58 km

Church of Santa Cruz (Igreja de Santa Cruz), Coimbra

Highlight • Religious Site

Very beautiful monastery church. Be sure to see it from the inside!

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4.12 km

View of Coimbra from Açude-Ponte

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An excellent place for a hike or simply a walk along the Mondego river, from Choupal to the Convent of São Francisco. Steps for Peace Hike, to be held on …

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41.3 km

Rio Mondego

Highlight • River

The Rio Mondego is the largest river that flows only in Portugal (source Wikipedia)

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43.0 km

Single track

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Long trousers, long sleeves and gloves protect against the stings of bushes

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44.8 km

Canal Condutor Geral do Mondego

Lake

45.6 km

Forest Pathway with Benches

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Shaded forest with smooth surfaces suitable for any type of bike.

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46.5 km

The Mata Nacional de Choupal is a protected area located in Coimbra, Portugal, covering about 1,300 hectares.

Characteristics

1. Biodiversity: variety of plant and animal species.

2. Ecosystem: Mediterranean forest.

3. Landscape: hills, valleys and streams.

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