Cycling in Vilamoura

Cycling from Vilamoura offers a 56 km loop through Faro region with gentle climbs and mostly paved roads, passing Albufeira and Boliqueime.

56 km
Distance: 332 m
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The ride from Vilamoura

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Road · Portugal
Vilamoura – Guia
Vilamoura, Portugal
56 km332 m ↑ModerateGPX
Ridden Aug 2022 · Added Aug 2026

Riding in Vilamoura in numbers

Added up from the recorded routes and OpenStreetMap; nothing estimated.

Surface: Paved almost throughout
Roads: 42% of the riding on main roads without a cycle lane · 5 km on cycle paths or lanes
Bail-outs: A railway station or ferry within reach on 1 route

Cycling guide to Vilamoura

Vilamoura is a cycling destination in the Faro region of Portugal with routes like the 56 km loop passing through Albufeira, Boliqueime, and several small towns. This loop reaches a high point of 92 m and has a total elevation gain of 332 m, making for moderate climbing. The route is 96% paved and includes 5 km of cycle paths. Riders follow main roads without cycle lanes for 23.4 km. Two railway stations lie near the route, offering transport options. Services along the way have a longest gap of 4.3 km, so riders should prepare accordingly. The route runs through places including Roja-Pé, Patã de Baixo, Guia, Valverde, and Quarteira, making a full loop back to Vilamoura. It suits riders looking for a mix of moderate climbs and varied urban and semi-rural landscapes. The route is recorded in August when temperatures are about 19°C, suitable for summer riding in southern Portugal.

Best time to ride

August with temperatures around 19°C is recorded for this route, offering mild summer riding conditions.

Terrain

The route features moderate elevation gain of 332 m over 56 km with a highest point of 92 m, indicating mostly rolling terrain with no major climbs. The paved surface and inclusion of cycle paths make for consistent riding conditions.

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Cycling in Vilamoura

The ride from Vilamoura

Vilamoura – Guia

Riding in Vilamoura in numbers

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