Last update: 25/03/2025
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 equipment: sturdy footwear, waterproof clothing, and trekking poles;
?️ Know the trail you will walk: check the stage page on the website rotavicentina.com, check the warnings section and study the interactive map;
❗ Be carefull in difficult passages.
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. Since 2017, she has been responsible for the Walking Trails and […]
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