Surfers all over the world hail Portugal’s Atlantic coast as one of the most exhilarating places to ride the waves. So a combined surfing and hiking holiday on Portugal’s southern coastline in the Alentejo region would seem like an obvious choice.
However, hikers quickly forget about surfing as they are wowed by the views along the Trilho dos Pescadores, or Fisherman’s Trail.
The long sandy São Torpes beach beckons at the south of the coastal town of Sines. Some may be inclined to stop for a while and sunbathe at this trail head at the start of the route. Others do not succumb and heave their rucksack onto their back, lace up their boots and go hiking.
The route has lots of beauty spots to reward you for the effort.
Praia de Morgavel, Praia do Burrinho and Praia da Samoqueira are the enchanting names of just a few lonely bays and unspoilt beaches on the initial leg to Porto Covo.