Malveira da Serra - Pedra Amarela - Trilho das Pontes - Rio da Mula (~10km/425m)

**This group is for women who live in the Lisbon metro area. **
Hike Description:

We'll explore some beautiful trails of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, walking from Malveira da Serra to Pedra Amarela, along the Trilho das Pontas, and to Barragem do Rio da Mula, before returning to Malveira da Serra. We'll enjoy forest trails, wide views and the peaceful surroundings of the Sintra hills.

The route is approximately 10 km, with 425 m elevation gain, and should take about 3-4 hours, depending on our pace and on our rest and lunch stops.

This is a circular hike, starting and finishing in Malveira da Serra. We'll be walking on natural trails, which may include rocky and uneven ground, uphill and downhill sections. As November weather can be unpredictable, please check the forecast before setting out and come prepared for possible rain or muddy paths.

What to bring:

• Comfortable hiking shoes
• Water (at least 1.5 L)
• A packed lunch / snacks
• Layers suitable for changing temperatures or wind
• Optionally, hiking poles if you find them useful on uneven terrain

Meeting Time & Place:
We'll meet at Panisol, a bakery and café in Malveira da Serra, at 10:30 AM on Saturday, November 7.
We'll start walking shortly after everyone has arrived.

Getting there by public transport from Lisbon:

• 09:15 — Train from Cais do Sodré to Cascais, arriving at approximately 10:00.
• 10:10 — Bus 1624 from Cascais Terminal towards Portela de Sintra, via Cabo da Roca.
• 10:26 — Get off at R. de Cascais 210, 1 min. walk to Panisol.

Will check the train and bus timetables closer to the date.

Getting back:
This is a circular hike, so we'll finish back in Malveira da Serra.
We'll confirm the return public transport options closer to the date. Please allow some flexibility in your plans, as the finishing time will depend on the group's pace and breaks.

Other Information

• Please bring €1 to contribute to the cost of running this Meetup.
• Please be considerate and update your RSVP by 8 PM the night before if your plans change.