Cycling Carmelita Route by Paths of Fátima, self-guided
Duration
2 day(s)
Languages
English
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Cycle the spiritual Carmelite Route to Fatima
Follow a path inspired by the life of Sister Lucia
Explore peaceful rural villages and landscapes
Enjoy a two day cycling pilgrimage experience
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The Carmelite Route is one of the Paths of Fatima and part of the Paths of Faith in central Portugal linking Coimbra to the Sanctuary of Fatima. This thematic cycling itinerary is inspired by the life of Sister Lucia one of the three shepherd children of Fatima who entered the Carmelo de Santa Teresa in 1947 and lived there until 2005. The route combines spiritual heritage rural landscapes and peaceful villages offering a meaningful and reflective journey.
The tour begins at 8 30 am with a meeting in front of Hotel Astoria in downtown Coimbra followed by a transfer to the starting point at Penedo da Saudade near the Carmelo de Santa Teresa and the memorial of Sister Lucia. The first cycling stage covers 50 kilometers moving from the Mondego River and the city atmosphere into quiet rural landscapes and small villages. Overnight accommodation includes hotel stay dinner and breakfast. The second day covers 62 kilometers along footpaths and secondary roads surrounded by nature before reaching Fatima. After arrival participants are transferred back to Coimbra.
One night hotel accommodation with breakfast and dinner
Transport of participants and luggage from Fatima to Coimbra
Trip briefing
GPS tracks for smartphone app or GPS device
Twenty four hour mobile phone support line
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Gratuities
Comfortable clothes
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera
Water bottle
Minimum two participants required
Cycling route of moderate to high effort
E bike rental available at additional cost
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