Tour of Ponta da Piedade

Ponta da Piedade is a natural site made up of cliffs, arches and sandy beaches battered by the waves of the Atlantic Ocean. It is an extraordinary place to take beautiful photos at the beginning or end of the day.

This walk will take you around this headland, located a few dozen minutes' walk from Lagos.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 5.61 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 00 
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    Difficulty: Easy

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    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 133 m
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    Descent: - 135 m

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    Highest point: 56 m
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    Lowest point: 6 m

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Description of the walk

If you are travelling by car, park along Estrada do Porto do Mos.

(S/E) Follow this road along a large vacant lot. Continue past beautiful villas and a hotel complex.

(1) Then turn left onto Rua Aparicio Augusto da Silva Palma, then take the second right onto Rua do Canavial.
This cul-de-sac then turns left and continues straight ahead to a small car park.

(2) The trailhead is at the end of the car park. Follow the wooden walkway above Praia do Canavial at first, then above jagged cliffs.

Don't miss the viewing points on the right to enjoy this magnificent spectacle.

Continue along the path towards the lighthouse (Farol da Ponta da Piedade) and take the path that goes around it on the right.

(3) From the lighthouse, head towards the point to see an amazing depression and enjoy a view of the western coast of this cape. Retrace your steps.

(3) Pass to the right of the lighthouse and descend towards the sea via the steps to admire a superb natural arch in an almost enclosed bay.

Climb back up and rejoin the road. Walk along the car park and follow the tracks on the right for a beautiful view of the eastern part of the cape.

(4) Return to the road and follow it to the right towards Lagos.

(5) At the intersection, turn right towards Praia do Camilo. At the restaurant, go down the steps on the left to see this beautiful sandy beach at the foot of the cliffs.

(6) Then climb back up to the road.

(5) Continue on the right towards Lagos. Pass a huge abandoned building and then turn left onto Rua Profesor Doutor Luis de Albuquerque to return to the starting point. (S/E)

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 48 m - Estrada do Porto do Mos
  2. 1 : km 0.75 - alt. 51 m - Rua Aparicio Augusto da Silva Palma
  3. 2 : km 1.17 - alt. 49 m - Rua do Canavial
  4. 3 : km 2.74 - alt. 22 m - Farol da Ponta da Piedade - Farol da Ponta da Piedade
  5. 4 : km 3.46 - alt. 31 m - Viewpoint
  6. 5 : km 4.07 - alt. 45 m - Intersection towards Praia do Camilo
  7. 6 : km 4.38 - alt. 6 m - Praia do Camilo - Praia do Camilo
  8. S/E : km 5.61 - alt. 48 m - Estrada do Porto do Mos

Notes

Be careful not to go near the edge with children, especially if the wind is strong.

Wear sturdy trainers and bring plenty of water in hot weather.

Reviews and comments

4.8 / 5
Based on 13 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.9 / 5
Route interest
4.9 / 5
User 680938

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 18, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very good description, although the brownfield sites mentioned are currently under construction. Bear this in mind when setting off on this route!

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Jean Louis L.
Jean Louis L.

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 27, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A must-see in the Algarve.

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jorace66
jorace66

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 07, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Very attractive and adaptable, it is possible to complete the experience by going to the end of the pontoons to observe the coastline from different viewpoints

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Thierry31700
Thierry31700

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 10, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

There are people on the route, but only on the 'East' section, and even then, in reasonable numbers during this ideal period (early October). You can park at the Camilo restaurant (2 car parks). New paths, which appear to have been laid recently, have been created to avoid passing through the less picturesque area, allowing you to go directly from point 5 to point 2 through wilder landscapes. The footbridges along the route allow you to follow the trail, but don't hesitate to leave it at times to enjoy the views of the coves and rocks.

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Jean-Luc1012
Jean-Luc1012

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 31, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

A pleasant route, not very difficult.

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maemely
maemely

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 17, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A pleasant hike to visit the outskirts of Lagos.
We sometimes left the trail to get closer to the cliffs and viewpoints.

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cor’In
cor’In

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 14, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A magnificent route with all these cliffs
However, you need to wear sturdy footwear as there are steep and rocky sections to navigate
We came across families with small children who had to give up because of the difficulty of the route

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piccolopripri
piccolopripri

I believe it's Piety, not Pity!
It's a popular route, but in November it's fine, and it's so beautiful!

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maglaur
maglaur

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 03, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

I just completed this hike. Wooden walkways are currently being installed to make it easier for older people and people with disabilities to access the trail, which is really great. However, if you stay on these walkways, you'll miss out on the most interesting views. The inland section is definitely the least interesting part. But it's a really beautiful hike.

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Brigitte-Phil
Brigitte-Phil

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 13, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A magnificent hike with breathtaking scenery. We did this route in May, and there were already lots of people and no shade along the way. Best avoided in the height of summer.

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mayamie
mayamie

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 20, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Easy hike for families, with two restaurants along the route for a short break.

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Gilles45
Gilles45
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Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 21, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant coastal walk, with a well-maintained and safe boardwalk. To take beautiful photographs, you need to leave the boardwalk, but it's well worth the effort.

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Jean-Paul W.
Jean-Paul W.

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 13, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Great spot in the Algarve, but too many tourist cars!
There's no need to go through the town; we preferred to walk there and back along the cliffs.
After the hike, I suggest you take a kayak from the Lagos sailing club to see this site from the sea.

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osiris130
osiris130 ★
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Thank you, Mario, for this glowing review!

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mario38300
mario38300
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 15, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Great hike on 15 March 2020.
Breathtaking scenery,
a magical setting.
A very well-marked route and a perfect route with detailed descriptions.
Thank you to whoever created this trail.

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