Grande Rota do Vale do Côa
GR FOC
Vila Nova de Foz Côa
A 222 km long-distance trail following the River Côa from its source to its confluence with the Douro. It can be walked, ridden on horseback or cycled in either direction. The route crosses the Côa Valley Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the world's largest collection of open-air Palaeolithic rock art — over 20,000 engravings dating back 20,000 to 25,000 years. The trail passes through schist and granite landscapes between Sabugal and Foz Côa. Source: CM Vila Nova de Foz Côa / Turismo Centro Portugal.
Route Description
Route Characteristics
Distance:
222 km
Duration:
67h 30min
Level of Difficulty
Moderate
Route Type
→ Linear
Maximum altitude:
Ficha
Recommended season:
Spring and Autumn
This route is:
👨👩👧👦 Suitable for families.
🐶 Suitable for pets.
🧑🦼➡️ With accessibility.
🫒 Pass by the olive grove.
It starts at:
Sabugal (nascente do Côa)
Ends in:
Vila Nova de Foz Côa (foz do Rio Côa)
Villages visited:
Vila Nova de Foz Côa, Numão, Almendra, Castelo Melhor, Muxagata
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