Cycling Routes in Portugal
6 road loops across 1 region. Every loop carries a Road Standard report. Free GPX with a free LOOPS account.
Regions
6 routes
Carvoeiro and Albufeira Loop
Road notesCarvoeiro and Albufeira Loop
Road notes65 km of rolling coastal countryside between Albufeira and Carvoeiro — the relaxed middle-distance option.
Alto do Malhão Big Loop
Road notesAlto do Malhão Big Loop
Road notesThe full inland epic: 134 km through the Serra do Caldeirão taking in Salir, Barranco do Velho and the famous Volta ao Algarve wall finish at Alto do Malhão.
Monchique and Fóia Loop
Road notesMonchique and Fóia Loop
Road notes87 km from Lagoa up into the Serra de Monchique and the Fóia climb — the Algarve's highest road at 902 m with views to both coasts.
Albufeira to Portimão Coastal Loop
Road notesAlbufeira to Portimão Coastal Loop
Road notes93 km west along the coast to Portimão and back — flat to rolling with the Atlantic never far away.
Albufeira to Alte Loop
Road notesAlbufeira to Alte Loop
Road notes65 km inland to the spring-fed village of Alte through the rolling Algarve backroads — quiet lanes, cork oak and a proper café stop.
Galé and Albufeira Loop
Road notesGalé and Albufeira Loop
Road notesThe easy western spin from Albufeira: 45 km of rolling coastal lanes via Galé with under 500 m of climbing. A recovery-day staple.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best cycling routes in Portugal?
Routes include: Carvoeiro and Albufeira Loop (65.4 km), Alto do Malhão Big Loop (133.5 km), Monchique and Fóia Loop (87.1 km).
How many cycling routes are in Portugal?
There are 6 cycling routes in Portugal on LOOPS, covering road riding.
Can I download GPX files for routes in Portugal?
Yes — all 6 routes in Portugal come with free GPX with a free LOOPS account. Load them into Strava, Komoot, Wahoo, or Garmin.