What is the Via Algarviana?

What is the Via Algarviana

The Via Algarviana is a long distance tour (300km), classified as Big Route (GR13). It starts in Alcoutim, near the Guadiana River, and ends at the Cape S. Vicente, County Vila do Bispo, passing through the Caldeirão and Monchique mountains, crossing mainly forest areas, through various small villages, where they still maintain many rural traditions.

The Via Algarviana consists of 14 sectors. Depending the walkers preference or physical condition, there is the possibility to gather two sectors or to divide a single sector . Sometimes this is required by lack of nearby acommodation. In the end this adjustment can influence the global duration of the crossing.

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Via Algarviana - Good Practices Book

Everyone who is crossing the Via Algarviana has an environmental and a social responsability, and should respect the following rules of this Big Route (GR13):



- It is prohibited to make fire outside the marked places;


- Take your garbage with you to the next pickup spot, without leaving undesirable signs of your presence that contributes to the environment degradation;


- The natural and cultural patrimony is for everybody, contribute to its preservation and maintenance so don't pick plants, animals or samples.;


- Avoid entering or damaging private properties;


- Always use the existing and indicated paths;


- Ensure minimal disturbance;


- Respect the local populations, their properties and activities;


- Have the preference to acquire/enjoy local services, to stimulate the local economy;


- Route signs ensure that everyone can enjoy this wonderful route. Help us maintain this and let us know if signs are damaged or removed.


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- Save water, namely while taking a bath;


- Avoid waste energy, turn down the light when you leave your room;


- Respect all the signs and traffic rules.

Programs and Prices - Via Algarviana

In this section you can choose the type of program you prefer.
We have several programs at your disposal, with and without meals and acommodation.

- The programs with meals and accomodation are made in small Hotels near VIA ALGARVIANA.
- Programs without meals and accomodation include transfer to Vilamoura - to the VIA ALGARVIANA and back to the Hotel.

Choose the program----------------------------WITHOUT Meals and Accomodation5 Days with Meals and AccomodationWeekend (3 days) with Meals and Accomodation1 Day with Meals

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