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Fátima Paths: Candeeiros Path

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    The Candeeiros Path is a historic route that, since the 1940s, crosses the Serra dos Candeeiros towards Fátima. Much of the route is part of the Aire and Candeeiros Mountain Range Natural Park, providing a unique experience for those seeking contact with nature. 

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    Distance 62.6 km
    16:25 h
    1,245 m
    970 m
    533 m
    67 m

    The route starts in the south, in Rio Maior, and climbs the mountain from Alcobertas, passing through several points of natural, cultural, and scenic interest. The first stage covers about 18 km and connects Rio Maior to Casais Monizes. The second stage, about 27 km, links Casais Monizes to Alvados, where it crosses the Camino da Nazaré. The third and final stage leads walkers to the Santuário de Fátima, following the same route as the Camino da Nazaré. This hiking trail is ideal for pilgrims and lovers of nature tourism, offering stunning landscapes and an authentic immersion in the heart of the natural park.

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    39.336385, -8.934908
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    39°20'11.0"N 8°56'05.7"W
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    29S 505609 4354108
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    difficult
    Overall difficulty
    difficult

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    62.6 km
    Duration
    16:25 h
    Ascent
    1,245 m
    Descent
    970 m
    Highest point
    533 m
    Lowest point
    67 m
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    Hiking Trail · Parque Natural da Serras de Aire e Candeeiros
    Candeeiros Path: Rio Maior - Casais Monizes
    Difficulty moderate Stage 1
    Distance 18.1 km
    Duration 5:00 h
    Ascent 494 m
    Descent 193 m

    Located between the Oeste Region and Ribatejo, this initial route takes you through stunning landscapes of the Serra dos Candeeiros and the Rio ...

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    Hiking Trail · Parque Natural da Serras de Aire e Candeeiros
    Candeeiros Path: Casais Monizes - Alvados
    Difficulty difficult Stage 2
    Distance 29.1 km
    Duration 7:45 h
    Ascent 598 m
    Descent 714 m

    The second day of the route presents an exciting challenge: the continuation of the climb up the mountain range, followed by a descent into the ...

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    Hiking Trail · Parque Natural da Serras de Aire e Candeeiros
    Candle Path: Alvados – Fátima
    Difficulty moderate Stage 3
    Distance 15.4 km
    Duration 4:05 h
    Ascent 238 m
    Descent 142 m

    On this third day of the journey, the path continues peacefully towards the Sanctuary of Fátima, crossing a territory rich in cultural and natural ...

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