Octopus Sculpture in Olhão – Church of Santa Luzia loop from Tavira

Hiking trails & Routes

Portugal

Algarve

Tavira (Santiago)

Octopus Sculpture in Olhão – Church of Santa Luzia loop from Tavira

Easy

3.8

(6)

hikers

Octopus Sculpture in Olhão – Church of Santa Luzia loop from Tavira

01:35

6.09km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parque Natural da Ria Formosa

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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Tavira railway station

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from here the railway line stretches along the entire Algarve coast. There is a 2 (also a 3) day ticket...entitled to use and hop on ... hop off.

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5 m

Fons Vitae Azulejo Mural, Vila Nova de Cacela Station

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2.63 km

Fishermen's huts 🎣 Jardim de Santa Luzia

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Many pretty, colorful fishing boats anchor in the romantic lagoon, the Ria Formosa nature reserve. The lagoon flows like a river between the mainland and the offshore islands, a paradise for people, flora, and fauna alike.

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2.68 km

Santa Luzia Fishing Huts

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Located west of Tavira, Santa Luzia is a charming little town well worth a visit. It is located directly on the quayside, on the promenade leading to the lagoon. Colorful …

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2.73 km

Octopus Monument

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Santa Luzia is a tranquil fishing village not far from Tavira. It is known for its traditional squid and octopus fishing. There's a small harbor and colorful fishermen's houses to visit.

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3.00 km