Post St Valentine's hiking: Granite, Forest & History
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RSVP open Tuesday 8PM
This Hike will postponed in case of rain (please pray :)
Did you know the 15th of February is Single appreciation day? A lighthearted, pro-self-love holiday! Wether your are single or not, come meet new friends and maybe more ;)
Join us for a full-day hike through one of the most magical landscapes around Lisbon: the Serra de Sintra. This loop takes us through deep forest, granite ridges, and centuries of history, including the extraordinary 16th-century Convento dos Capuchos, built directly into the rock. Expect wild scenery, quiet trails, and sweeping views — a true escape just outside the city. The hike is about 10.5 km with ~400 m elevation gain, taking around 3.5 hours of walking, plus time to enjoy the surroundings.
Logistics
- Meet at Rossio station (Lisbon)
- 10:01 train to Sintra (train 18831)
- 10:40 arrival in Sintra
- Shared Uber to Colares (start of the hike)
- Finish mid-afternoon
- Return to Lisbon by train
Gear:
- Water, lunch, snacks
- Hiking shoes or good sneakers
- Layers and warm clothes
- Rain or wind coat
The weather should be cool and sunny (~8–15°C), perfect for hiking — bring layers as Sintra can be windy. If anyone has a car and can help with transport, let us know.
Car sharing organized in whatsapp
If rain changes the plan, we’ll switch to exploring one of Sintra’s iconic castles instead.
Looking forward to our first cultural Hike!