OUR NEXT HIKE - PR8 VIANA DO CASTELO - TRILHO DA CHÃO

This hike was cancelled for the 15th April due to rain. So here it is again rescheduled for the following week.

THE NEXT HIKE IS PLANNED FOR TUESDAY APRIL 22ND.

It will be high in the hills above Carreço, north of Viana do Castelo
PR8 VIANA DO CASTELO - TRILHO DA CHÃO

The last couple of hikes have been quite easy, so lets do one with a bit more climb and length.

The trail starts from the village of Carreço, (along the coast and to the North of Viana) and gently climbs 400 metres through the forests to the top of the Serra de Santa Luzia behind. Once on the top we will be rewarded with fantastic views of the Atlantic.
Much of the hike circles the top of the serra. There should be a good breeze to keep us cool.

The total length of the hike can be 19km! But we will take a shortcut on the top that will reduce the distance to about 12km, which is better for the group.
Please note that the journey by car from central Porto is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes

The trail is a mixture of dense forest and open hill top. It is a loop.

The hike has 400 metres of elevation but is still classified as easy.
It will not be very difficult, but some stamina is needed to make the climb. Please only sign up if you have the fitness to walk 12km and climb 400 metres of elevation. The forecast is ok, but please bring a coat, proper boots and preferably poles, a sunhat is essential as well.

Bring lots and lots and lots of water (if the sun is out you will need it) and a picnic lunch. It will be about a 4.5 hour walk, plus some time for lunch.

We will meet at a cafe near the trailhead. Once you RSVP I will send the cafe location and meeting time.

We will keep the numbers to less than 10. So places will be first come first served.

This hike is only suitable for people with their own transport (or a friend with a car!!).

Please note that this is a purely social not for profit group. The hike will be held on a publicly accessible marked trail, but all liability for your safety lies with yourselves. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the right walking equipment and have sufficient fitness to complete the hike.