Hikes

The WALKS by NOVA, accompanied by Felisberto Tavares Guide, are fun and challenging moments to do together with friends, and at the same time discover idyllic places in our country!

On all hikes it is recommended to take snacks, water, clothing and footwear appropriate to the weather. 

The new dates for 2024 are now available! Stay tuned to the Instagram pages of Geração Nova and NOVA Desporto for new information!

See the next hikes´ dates and enroll HERE!

Looking for Fireflies in the Druids Forest (Sintra)

On July 6th, come in search of fireflies on a night walk through the Druids Forest, in Sintra, which invites us to silence and contemplation. We will also pass by points of interest such as Miradouro da Pedra Amarela and Tolo dos Monges. 
 
Reserve your place here. 
To find out what awaits you, see the incredible photos from the previous year in our search for fireflies in the Peninha area here. 

Distance: 9km 
Difficulty: 2+/5 
Duration: 3h30 
Start Time: 8:30 pm 
Meeting point: Crossing of Convento dos Capuchos  
 
NOTE: Bring a front seat, preferably with a red nightlight, food, water (1L), clothing and footwear appropriate to the weather, which can be very humid, as often happens on summer nights in Sintra. 

Sunset at Praia do Abano in Malveira da Serra

On July 20th, we will watch the sunset next to the most hidden cliffs of the Guincho cliff, beyond Praia do Abano. Leaving Malveira da Serra, we will head towards the sea on a route that promises to treat us to beautiful rock formations, an infinite sea and sky of different shades. 
 
Reserve your place here. 

Distance: 9.50km 
Difficulty: 3/5  
Duration: 3h30 
Start Time: 7:30 pm 
Meeting point: Chapel of Malveira da Serra – Our Lady of the Assumption  
 
 
 
NOTE: Bring a bag, lunch, water (1L), clothing and footwear appropriate to the weather, which can be humid and windy, as often happens on summer nights in Sintra. 

Past Hikes

Ribeira do Cavalo – March 23

From the Castle to the slopes of Palmela – April 6

Fórnea Trail (Serra de Aire e Candeeiros) – April 27

Between Ribeira d’Ilhas and São Lourenço Beach – May 4th

Along the trails of Monte da Lua – Sintra – May 18th

From Foz do Lizandro to Samarra – June 1st

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