A walk out of the door...
There is nothing more pleasant than walking out of your front door and take a stroll or a hike into the countryside along the clifftops either to the West or to the East. These walks are not difficult but nevertheless require that you wear proper shoes. Please be careful when walking along the clifftop. Do NOT walk too close to the edge as some sections are fragile. Stay on the main path and you will enjoy one of the prettiest walks in the region. We will gladly provide more information on the hikes at the reception.
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1) Praia de Luz - Porto de Mós (level: medium, time 1h30, return: on foot or by bus)
This clifftop walk is stunning. Do not be put off when you look East and see the steep track that leads up to the monument. Although you will walk past the monument in question, the path leading up to it is far easier then the one you see from Praia de Luz. After reaching Porto do Mos, you can continue on to Pont de Piedade and to the town of Lagos
2) Praia de Luz to Burgau (level: easy. Time: 1h30 return: on foot or by bus)and on from there!
Another wonderful walk along the cliffs but easier than the Praia de Luz Porto do Mos walk as there are no steep bits and even on to Boca do Rio beach if you feel like it. As a matter of fact, you might meet a few people doing it on their mountain bikes. If you're feeling tired, you can catch a bus back to Luz from Burgau after a drink in one of the bars or even lunch in a restaurant there. There are no bus stops after Burgau.
The trail (see picutre) leads from your apartment along the coast to the village of Burgau, on to the Boca do Rio Beach and then on to Salema!
Benagil Caves
Probably the most photographed cove in Europe is only 45 minutes away by car and the trip (except in high season) is well worth it! The caves can be visited by small motor boat, kayaks or SUP’s, all of which can be rented near the caves. Please ask at the reception for details.
If you are into walking, why not combine a visit to the caves with one of Europe’s most stunning walking trails: the seven valleys:
The Hanging Valleys Walk
Considered as of the very best hikes in Europe by European Best Destinations! An absolute “must” for walkers visiting the Algarve. Located near Lagoa, just 45 minutes by car from the Luz Beach Apartments. A breath taking trail that stretches from the Marinha Beach to the Vale Centeanes Beach. Difficulty: moderate/medium-high difficulty; some stretches can be more difficult for elderly or very young visitors. Length: 12 km there and back. Time 4-6 hours.
