Morning walk #16: Mata de São Domingos

Join us for another circular walk in Monsanto!

We will follow a path in the northern section of the park called Mata de São Domingos starting at the park-side entrance of the pedestrian bridge in Benfica. This is an easy route that will take us along the Rua Fria and a few sections of mountain biking trails.

If your schedule allows, feel free to join the group for a well-deserved snack and coffee after the walk!

The group size for this walk is intentionally small to support a comfortable, familiar atmosphere. If you have secured a place but are unable to attend, please update your RSVP at least 24 hours in advance so that someone else may walk with us.

If you are running late, please send me a personal message and we will do our best to wait for you. Otherwise, we will begin walking at 08:35 latest to respect everyone's time.

Distance and duration
This circular route is roughly 5.3 km and should take approximately 90 minutes to complete. If the group so chooses, it can be shortened slightly (approx. 4km/70mins).

Meeting / ending point
We will start walking from the pedestrian footbridge in Benfica. Cross the bridge to meet the group at the park-side end.

🚗: There is a parking lot in front of the bridge as well as street parking nearby.
🚌: Several bus lines will drop you at the footbridge, which is also walkable (13 mins) from Benfica station.

What to bring:

• Comfortable walking shoes
• At least 0.5L of water
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Sunscreen/hat

Out of respect to the group and nature, please be prepared to stow your phone and keep it on silent for the duration of the walk.

Important notes:

• The walk will take place even if there is a chance of light rain - bring your rain jacket!
• If the trails are compromised due to long periods of rain leading up to the date, and/or the forecast calls for lightning or heavy rain, I will cancel the walk before midnight the night before.

All of the Monsanto Morning Walks are, and will always be, free! If you would like to contribute to the costs of running the group on Meetup, feel free to donate whatever feels right for you on any walk you join. All contributions will go directly toward creating more events.

See you in the park!

Monsanto Morning Walks is not liable for any damage or injury incurred during this event. Please evaluate your own physical state (illness, injuries, etc.) and participate at your own risk.