Monchique and Fóia from Lagos
105.8 km · +1828 m · ~5h · Algarve · Point to point
Algarve·Portugal
Monchique and Fóia from Lagos
105.8 km
Distance
1828 m
Gain
~5h
Time
road
Surface
Road Standard
Compromise: 8.7 km on a primary road (main road); 8.4 km on a primary road (main road) (+3 more).
Where (5 stretches)
Ride at your own risk. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check the weather, carry what you need, obey traffic law and use your own judgement. Route information is provided as a guide only.
Elevation Profile
0-3%
3-5%
5-7%
7-10%
10%+
Descent
3 Climbs
1 Cat 2, 1 Cat 3, 1 Cat 4About this route
The western big day: 106 km from Lagos through the foothills to Monchique, up Fóia and home through the quiet inland lanes.
FAQ
Monchique and Fóia from Lagos is a challenging 105.8km road route with 1828m of climbing, better suited to experienced riders with good endurance. Beginners should build up to it on shorter routes first.