PR 3 MCQ Trilho da Foia – complementary paths
The path starts at Fóia where you have the opportunity to climb to the Top of the Algarve. Then go down in direction at northeast. It goes through several terraces where predominant the grazing. Enjoy the verdant nature and the fresh air that is felt. Will leave the asphalt and the walk is done now in dirt road. Will find landscapes composed of Lavender (Lavandula luisiera), Heather (Erica spp), Gum Cistus (Cistus ladanifer), and during the flowering season the famous Common Rhododendron (Rhododendron ponticum) and the very rare Western Iberian Peony (Paeonia broteroi).
route code type: Small Route
by tracing of a Great Route (GR)
features
number of people:
N/D
difficulty: 3
distance • duration: 65km • 2h
start - end: Fóia - Fóia
altimetry: 617 - 892m
equipment: Boots or tennis with soles that adhere to any floor ,
Comfortable socks,
Backpack with cushioned shoulder straps ,
Warm jacket and waterproof ,
Hat or cap ,
Comfortable pants or shorts,
Clothes breathable ,
Canteen for water ,
Bat or stick for hiking ,
Sunglasses
