For a taste of some pleasant interior geography in the Algarve, we recommend a run in the Fonte Benémola, a reservoir which set in 400 hectares of protected land near Loulé. The 4 km loop trail is a rustic landscape of meadows, woodland and rural farmland. Sights include freshwater springs, damns, watermills, old lime kilns and ancient waterwheels. Popular for birdwatching and lovely flora.
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Features:
Essentials
- 4 km (2.4 miles) loop
- Parking area
- Off the EN124 near Querença. Look out for the brown Fonte Benémola sign
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Other Routes in Algarve, Portugal
Olhão Area Running Options
Algarve, Portugal
Best running in this small town east of Faro is a ~5 km route along a waterfront promenade and marina; a nearby 3 km nature trail from the HQ of Ria Formosa Natural Park; and a wooden boardwalk trail on Ilha da Culatra, reachable by ferry.
This large natural park spread over 18,000 hectares is considered one of Portugal's seven natural wonders. It's a tranquil estuary of fresh and saltwater lagoons, islands and marshes. We recommend a few of the nature trails for running. VIDEO EXCERPTS!
An 8 km route skirting the historic section of Algarve's capital, including some nice promenades along the waterfront, around the marina, and out to the Parque Ribeirinho de Faro, which has some paths around an estuary. VIDEO EXCERPTS!
The resort town of Vilamoura is known for its large marina, golf courses, sandy beaches, and gorgeous red cliffs that extend west of town. This 7 km one-way route includes a waterfront promenade, Vilamoura Beach, marina tour.
Just west of the Vilamoura Marina, a series of enjoyable and scenic trails ride along the red cliffs above the beaches. You can stick close to the edge for ~4 km west, or meander along inland trails for many extra km.
The signature run in this former fishing village is a route incorporating Alemães Beach, waterfront promenades, and the modern marina. There are also several km of cliffside paths that are runnable but a bit more hilly and rugged.
Some lovely and unique running in this area. Most interesting is a 5+ km network of wooden boardwalks that go around the estuary or down to the beach. The A Rocha Delicada has lovely trails along the water. Beaches in area are also runnable. VIDEO EXCERPTS!
Lagos is known for walled old town, cliffs with great views to the Atlantic, and gorgeous beaches. There are two noteworthy runs in Lagos: a tour of the marina and waterfront, and then a series of paths along the cliffs.
Sagres, located at the far western end of the Algarve, is known for the Sagres Fortress. A scenic path around the fort's perimeter features a lighthouse and the Cape Sagres Viewpoint. Option for longer waterfront run in Baleeira.
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