EVENT: Great Walks -Between the Mountains and the Sea – 25kms
DATE OF ACHIEVEMENT: MAY 28, 2022
DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:
Program
In this event included in the circle of “Great Walks” we will travel through one of the most beautiful valleys in the Saloia region of Mafra, Vale do Arquitecto, with its different textures, landscapes and enchanting trails…..with a passage through Forte do Zambujal, and then we will go to the magnificent mouth of the river Lizandro, having the opportunity to walk along the coast to Praia de São Julião. This is without a doubt more on a hike tailored to great hikers, or another event not to be missed!
Architect’s Valley:
This is a hidden valley, at the gates of Mafra. To get there, we will have to follow the water line of the stream that takes us to an isolated and surprising chapel that was built in the 17th century.
The winding access is rewarded by the natural beauty and silence of this magical place. The true origin of the Capela da N.ª Senhora do Arquiteto is not known but, according to legend, it is due to the promise of a fisherman who, when he was free of the sea on a stormy day, promised it to N. .ª Senhora do Socorro. Inside, the highlights are the images of saints from the Mafra School of Sculpture.
Zambujal Fort:
Forte do Zambujal is located in the parish of Carvoeira, in the municipality of Mafra and is part of the second of the so-called Lines of Torres. It is located at the western end of the second line, in Serra Gorda, overlooking the Lizandro River and its tributary, the Vidigueira stream. Taking advantage of an elevation of the terrain, it dominated the surrounding region and the road that connected Ericeira to Belas, passing through Carvoeira.
Chapel of São Julião
At the top of the coast, overlooking the ocean, stands the Capela de São Julião, presumably from the 16th century despite the 1768 date inscribed on the main door, which must have been the time of its reconstruction after the earthquake. The interior is lined with 18th century tiles depicting the life story of São Julião. The sundial is dated 1754 and the cruise from 1764.
Some of the points of interest on our hike:
• Arquitecto Valley • Zambujal Fort • Lizandro River Valley • S. Julião Beach • S. Julião Chapel • Lizandro River • Beaches and coastal areas • Natural landscapes •
MEETING PLACE AND TIME:
meeting point
Car park at the entrance of the Ministro dos Santos Sports Complex (Mafra)
Minister dos Santos Municipal Sports Park – Av. Dr. Francisco Sá Carneiro, 2640-486 Mafra
Latitude: 38°56’31.92″N
Longitude: 9°20’29.23″W
Meeting time: 9h 20m
Estimated time of the end: 16:30h
Distance to go: 25 kms
Difficulty Level: 4
Equipment: Shoes and clothing suitable for hiking
Registration fee: 10€
The proof of payment must be sent to: inscricoes@caminhando.pt
REGISTRATIONS ARE MADE AT WWW.CAMINHANDO.PT THROUGH THE RESERVATION FORM. THANKS
Observations: Only registrations made before 4:30 pm the day before the event will enable the Personal Accident Insurance to be activated