The Rota Vicentina is an inn to inn hiking path following the southwest coast of Portugal. The route is maintained and promoted by a non-profit private association of over 200 local and international businesses, all with a vested interest in creating sustainable and responsible tourism for this region. This site is very transparent about their mission and goals and we highly recommend reading more about what they do.
Review of Rota Vicentina Website
Rota Vicentina’s site has everything you need to plan your own trip, including:
- Details about the route
- A list of accommodations
- Luggage transport companies and tour operators
- Transportation advice and maps
We suggest starting with their Help Guide.
Things to like about Rota Vicentina
- Route covers the least touristy coastline of Portugal so you are guaranteed unspoiled nature views and quiet rural villages
- Section between Almograve and Odeceixe is especially stunning
- Temperatures are mild so you can hike the Rota Vicentina all year (if you can handle the heat in July and August)
- The Alentejo coast is a popular surf destination so you could easily make this a multi-activity trip
Route Types
- Inn to inn hiking
Destinations include
- Portugal
Great choice for
- Beginner DIYers as this is an easy trail to walk and plan and you can pat yourself on the back for supporting a sustainable travel movement
- Hikers who also like to surf
