02 Apr 2024 Notice Trips

Finally, it rained! How are Rota Vicentina trails?

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Last update: 12/04/2024

Warnings about water and mud accumulation along the trails of Rota Vicentina after the recent rains.

In the past few days, our Southwest of Portugal has been blessed by rain, it’s been many years since we’ve seen so much rain!

Thus, some trails may be challenging due to water accumulation: flooded paths, lots of mud and slippery ground. During these days, we recommend walking with caution or taking alternative routes.

Most delicate spots on the Walking Trails

Historical Way

S. Teotónio » Odeceixe section, we recommend taking the alternative route. Note: crossing the Seixe stream is not possible, there is a new route, follow the marking and/or download the new GPS track (all information on the section page).

Arrifana » Carrapateira section, to avoid the flooded area, follow the unmarked trail, downloading the available GPS track from the section page of our website.

Fishermen’s Trail

Arrifana » Carrapateira section, to avoid the flooded area, follow the unmarked trail, downloading the available GPS track from the section page of our website.

Useful tips before hitting the trail:

🌦️ Check the weather forecast on IPMA;
🥾 Use appropriate gear: sturdy footwear, waterproof clothing, and hiking poles;
🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the trail you will be traversing: visit the stage page on rotavicentina.com, check the warnings section, and study the interactive map.
❗ Exercise caution in challenging passages.

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Irene Nunes

Irene Nunes was born in France, in 1986. She graduated in International Relations, but it was in Ecotourism and Environmental Education that she found her path. Various experiences in tourism, nature, and culture inspired her journey and brought her to the Southwest of Portugal. From 2017 until 2025, she has been responsible for the Walking […]

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