🥾 Early Bird Hikers: Arrábida Adventure

Join us for a full-day adventure through one of Portugal's most spectacular natural parks.

This challenging point-to-point hike takes us across the beautiful Serra da Arrábida, combining dramatic limestone ridges, panoramic viewpoints, peaceful forests and historic landmarks before descending into the vibrant coastal city of Setúbal.

Along the way we'll enjoy breathtaking views over the Atlantic Ocean, the Sado Estuary and the Arrábida mountains, making this one of the most rewarding hikes within easy reach of Lisbon.

Whether you're joining us for the first time or you're already a regular, you'll be made very welcome.

🥾 Hike Information
📏 Distance: Approximately 21 km
⛰️ Elevation Gain: Approximately 700 m
⏱️ Duration: Approximately 6–7 hours (including breaks)
🥾 Difficulty: Challenging

This hike is suitable for confident walkers with a good level of fitness. The route includes sustained climbs, uneven terrain and a full day of hiking.

🚌 Getting There
Meet: 8:15am at Sete Rios Bus Station (Platform 7)
Depart: 8:30am
Arrive: 9:25am at Rua de Lisboa (Frente Parque da Bacalhôa), São Lourenço

🥾 Route Highlights
• São Francisco
• Serra do Louro
• Miradouro do Cabeço das Vacas
• Serra de São Luís
• Capela de São Luís da Serra
• Castelo de São Filipe
• Finish in Setúbal

🍽️ Optional Meal Afterwards
We'll finish the hike in Setúbal, where anyone who'd like to is welcome to join us for an optional meal at Charroco, one of the city's popular traditional Portuguese restaurants. It's a great opportunity to relax, refuel and get to know everyone a little better after a fantastic day on the trails.

🚆 Returning to Lisbon
Trains depart Setúbal for Lisbon at 03 and 23 minutes past each hour, taking approximately 50–55 minutes. You're welcome to head home whenever you're ready.

🎒 What to Bring
• At least 2 litres of water
• Packed lunch and snacks
• Suitable hiking footwear with good grip
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Sun protection (hat, sunglasses and sunscreen)
• Hiking poles (optional but recommended)

⚠️ Please Note
This is a challenging full-day hike with significant distance and elevation. Please only RSVP if you're confident you can comfortably complete the route.

As always, everyone is responsible for their own transport, food and drinks.
We can't wait to explore one of Portugal's most beautiful hiking regions with you! 🌿🥾

🐾 Dog Policy

Well-behaved, sociable dogs are welcome on selected hikes, subject to the following conditions:

• Maximum one dog per hike, including the organiser's dog, on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Prior approval required — please contact the organiser before bringing your dog.
• Fitness & suitability — dogs must be capable of completing the advertised distance, elevation and terrain.
• Leads & behaviour — dogs must be kept under control and on a lead when necessary, particularly around livestock and wildlife.
• Owner responsibility — owners are responsible for their dog's safety, behaviour, food, water and waste.

🚆 Public Transport and Dogs

Dogs travelling outside a carrier on CP trains must wear a muzzle, be kept on a short lead and have up-to-date vaccination documentation. Lisbon urban trains allow eligible dogs to travel free of charge.

Buses generally require dogs to travel in an appropriate carrier, so hikes involving bus journeys may not be suitable for dogs.

Please note: Not all hikes are dog-friendly. Approval depends on the route, terrain and transport arrangements. Please check with the organiser before attending with your dog.