Rota das Quintas de Cascais
Date: November 30, 2025
Duration: 4 hours
Meeting Point: Malveira da Serra Chapel Difficulty: 3 *
Cost: €15 (registration required)
About
Located on the southern slopes of the Sintra mountain range is Malveira da Serra, the starting point for this hike. Combining contact with nature and local history, this route will explore some farms and villages, such as Alcorvim and Zambujeiro, in the municipality of Cascais, passing by the Rio da Mula dam. Come and discover the rural region of Cascais on this hike with Hit the Trails.
Cost: €15 (registration required)
Minimum number of participants: 4
Meeting point: Malveira da Serra Chapel
GPS Coordinates: Lat 38.7531046 Long -9.4496058
Time: 9:00 AM
Distance: Approx. 13km
Duration: Approx. 4 hours
Difficulty: 3
It is advisable to take:
Water (1.5l); Lunch; Clothing and footwear suitable for the activity, flashlight.
What's included:
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Field guide
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Personal Accident Insurance
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Civil Liability Insurance
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Not included:
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Transportation to the meeting point
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Everything else not described as included
Difficulty
Hit the Trails hikes are classified according to a combination of different factors, such as distance, duration, slope, and terrain. Therefore, we divide the difficulty level from 1 to 5, with 1 being the easiest and 5 being the most difficult. It is also worth noting that the difficulty varies from person to person, as it depends on your physical condition and hiking experience.
Level 1 - Tour
This is the lowest level on our scale and, at the same time, the easiest. It's an activity for everyone, children at least 6 years old, and is short in duration and distance. If you're just starting out and want to try it, this is the one for you.
Level 2 - Stretch your legs
This is a moderate level hike, with a distance of up to 10km, up to 3 hours long and with little incline. It can also be practiced by beginners and children over 10 years old who are used to hiking.
Level 3 - The trail is calling!
Here, it's recommended that you already have some experience hiking, distances between 10 and 15 km, lasting 3 to 5 hours or with slopes that make you sweat.
Level 4 - Is there still a long way to go?
The challenge here requires experience and good physical fitness. Between 15 and 20 km, lasting between 4 and 7 hours, or with seemingly endless inclines. The feeling of accomplishment at the end of one of these is always great!
Level 5 - Why didn't I stay on the couch?!!
Over 20 km, endless duration, or slopes that make you wonder if you're in the Himalayas. We ask that you have plenty of experience, excellent physical fitness, and patience!