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Around Atouguia da Baleia

Atouguia da Baleia, Leiria, PortugalRoad

49 km
Distance
359 m
Elevation gain
Moderate
Difficulty
Paved
Surface
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On the road: Around Atouguia da Baleia

Elevation profile

Total ascent
359 m
Distance
49 km
050100150m0 km1020304049 km127 m · highest, at 42.3 kmStartFinish · back at the start

Route overview

Suitable for cyclists comfortable with moderate climbing over 48.8 km.

48.8 km loop in Leiria, Portugal, from Atouguia da Baleia through Peniche and Ferrel with 359 m climbing.

This 48.8 km loop starts and finishes in Atouguia da Baleia in the Leiria region. The route passes through Porto de Lobos (12.7 km), Peniche (28.3 km), and Ferrel (34 km) among other places. The highest point reaches 127 m at 41.9 km, while the lowest is 3 m at 28.1 km. The first half includes 56% of the total climbing. The road surface is mostly paved (98%) with a small 2% of gravel or unpaved sections. The route mainly follows main roads (53%), including named roads EN 114 for 10.8 km and EM 603 for 8.3 km, with 28 km on main roads lacking cycle lanes and 1.7 km on fast roads (80 km/h+). There are also minor roads, quiet streets, a cycle path, track, and paths. Two climbs arise near the end: a 2.6 km climb from 37.3 km with 64 m of ascent (max gradient 4.5%) and a 1.8 km climb starting at 40.1 km gaining 43 m (max 2.9%). Cafés and shops are available near several points including Peniche and Ferrel, but there is an 8.2 km stretch without a café, shop or water between 12.8 and 21 km. Peniche at 28.3 km also offers a ferry and can serve as a bailout point.

Highlights

  • Peniche at 28.3 km with ferry and shops
  • Ferrel at 34 km with cafés
  • Two climbs near the end with max gradients 4.5% and 2.9%
  • Longest descent 2.7 km dropping 47 m from 22.2 km

Along the route

Measured from the recorded track and OpenStreetMap.

Places passed

  1. Porto de Lobos 12.7 km
  2. Geraldes 17.7 km
  3. Casais do Júlio 18.5 km
  4. São Bernardino 21.5 km
  5. Casal do Miras 22.8 km
  6. Lugar da Estrada 23.7 km
  7. Casal Moinho 25.4 km
  8. Casal da Vala 26.3 km
  9. Peniche 28.3 km
  10. Casais do Baleal 32.5 km
  11. Ferrel 34 km
  12. Atouguia da Baleia 37.3 km
  13. Coimbrã 38.2 km
  14. Serra d'El-Rei 42.2 km

Climbs

ClimbStarts atLengthGainAverageMaxTop
—37.3 km2.6 km64 m2.5 %4.5 %83 m
—40.1 km1.8 km43 m2.4 %2.9 %127 m

High point 127 m at 41.9 km; low point 3 m.

What this ride is like

Measured from OpenStreetMap along the track and the elevation profile.

Roads
53% main road · 28% minor road · 9% quiet street · 5% major road
Main roads
28 km on main roads without a cycle lane — likely busier
Fast roads
1.7 km on roads with a limit of 80 km/h or more
Cycle paths
1.1 km on cycle paths or roads with a cycle lane
Main roads used
EN 114 (11 km), EM 603 (8 km), EM 578 (4 km), CM 1404 (4 km)
Surface
Paved throughout
Gradient
24% climbing · 24% descending · 51% flat
Longest descent
2.7 km from 22.2 km, dropping 47 m

Along the way

Within a few hundred metres of the track, from OpenStreetMap. Opening hours change — treat this as where to look, not a promise.

Food, water and shops

  1. 2.2 kmFonte dos Cabreiros · spring · 180 m off route
  2. 6.3 kmTriBeCa · restaurant · 50 m off route
  3. 6.3 kmMeu Super · supermarket · 340 m off route
  4. 11.2 kmSbikeShop · bike shop · 180 m off route
  5. 11.7 kmForno da Vila · bakery · 80 m off route
  6. 12.8 kmIntermarché · petrol station · 50 m off route
  7. 17.5 kmSanta Luzia · pharmacy · 40 m off route
  8. 21 kmToilets · 70 m off route
  9. 21.6 kmCafé · 40 m off route
  10. 21.6 kmConvenience store · on the route
  11. 27.7 kmAmanhecer · café · 90 m off route
  12. 27.7 kmBP · petrol station · 40 m off route
  13. 32.1 kmShower · drinking water · 100 m off route
  14. 32.4 kmAmanhecer - Super Lagide · supermarket · 30 m off route
  15. 33.9 kmPasteleria Ferreleja · café · 30 m off route
  16. 41.5 kmMoeve · petrol station · on the route
  17. 42.2 kmA Serrana · café · 130 m off route
  18. 42.2 kmMarket · on the route

Need to bail out?

  • 28.3 km — Peniche (ferry), 1.2 km off route

Whether bikes are carried depends on the service — check before relying on it.

Worth a stop

  • 11 km — Parque de merendas (picnic site)
  • 32.1 km — Prainha Surf Point (attraction)
  • 37.1 km — Castelo de Atouguia da Baleia (castle)
  • 43 km — Parque de Merendas Serra D'El Rei (picnic site)

Practical information

Surface
Paved
Route shape
Loop
Riding time
2–2½ hours riding
Season
July, temperatures around 22°C.

Know before you go

  • 8.2 km without café, shop or water between 12.8 and 21 km
  • 28 km on main roads without a cycle lane
  • 1.7 km on roads with 80 km/h+ speed limit
  • 0.1 km with gradient over 10% near 38 km

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.

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