Ep40 | Lagos, Portugal | Part 3 - Final Days on mainland Europe along the Spectacular Algarve Coast

Spectacular Coastal Trail, Deisel Tank Cleanse & Boat Friends while Prepping for Offshore Sailing: January 15-24, 2021 More waiting for the deisel tank appointment as rain rolls in...but it, thankfully rolls in just as quickly. We take a lovely 15km hike along the coastline to see the incredible Ponta da Piedade viewpoint. Lagos Marina to Praia do Porto de Mos Coastal Route: The cliffs of Ponta da Piedade headland are considered one of the notable natural features of the Algarve. The coastal route offers a way to explore this area. Starting from Lagos Marina, there are foot trails and boardwalks to protect the vegetation, leading down to the cove of Ponta da Piedade. The hike begins at one of the beaches and provides an option to take a shortcut to the west side near Canavial Beach. This route covers a distance of 7.12 km back to the starting point. Ponta da Piedade, translating to Piety Point, is located approximately 3km south of Lagos. This headland is characterized by its exposed and barren nature, with the primary attraction being the cliffs and coastline. The area features the Farol lighthouse, several gift shops, and the Sol Nascente restaurant. Beyond these amenities lies the most stunning section of cliffs, accessible via a staircase of 180 steps leading to the base of a picturesque cove. The effort required to reach this viewpoint is well rewarded with spectacular scenery. Some facts: - A route from Lagos Marina to Praia do Porto de Mos is around 5km one-way. - Time: Typically 1.5 to 2 hours to complete, depending on the route and pace. - Features: Coastal paths, cliff-top views, possible access to small beaches, and historical sites like Ponta da Bandeira Fort. Our friends on Chiquita catch up with us to play in the sand. We meet some funny birds, have some fun with Niko's skateboard and hang out in the boat. And, THAT marks the end of our time on mainland Europe! In the next episode, we sail to the Northernmost Island of La Graciosa in the Canary Islands! Don't forget to subscribe and click the bell button to get notified. Over half of our viewers still haven't subscribed, and it's totally free! So, be a part of our journey and subscribe! Also, we really enjoy reading your comments. Plus, it helps MORE people find our channel. Hope to see you at our next episode for our longest passage yet - over to the Canaries! Fair winds! ELANE ------------------------------------------------------------------------ CREDITS: Movavi Video Suite 25 CapCut VideoLeap - iPhone Epidemic Sound - Weather Any Storm (Instrumental Version) - Cody Francis Sweet Escape - Aiyo More Than Just Me - Timothy Lewis I Am Hooked - Hallman The Lonely Sailor - Adriel Fair https://www.lagosportugalguide.com/lagos-algarve/ponta-da-piedade-lagos.html#google_vignette