On the Alentejo plain, the Sierra de Sines is shows impressive and challenging, high mountains, deep valleys, rivers and streams, diving fountains and a diversity of centenary trees.
Experience Nature in its purest state, where human presence is witnessed by the ruins of ancient lost "montes", built of adobe and the flocks of sheep and goats that graze the fields.
At the appropriate time the arbutus trees laden with tasty red berries are the delight of those passing through. A long and bumpy route, prepared for those who like to walk. Finally, in reaching Grândola you will find out that it is much more white than brown.

Date to be advised:

Route: Long with several climbs and magnificent views.
Distance: 20 km GPS CHECKED OK.
Approximate time: 6-7 hours.
Maximum elevation: 200m.
Elevations: Various.
Difficulty: High - For experienced walkers.
Region: Alentejo.
Location: Sierra de Sines.
Theme: Challenge, Nature, Rural Policy
Subjects of interest: history of the region, the symbolism of Grândola in the April 25 1974 revolution, cork, rock rose and strawberry tree, adobe houses and mud huts, Chapel of Our Lady of Penha de France.
Venue: Garden opposite the town hall of Sines.
Church opposite the Tourist Office, due to construction next to City Hall.

Geographical coordinates (GPS): N38 ° 10'36''W08 º 34'07''.
Access: From the A2 motorway, exit at Sines. Entering the City of Sines and move up to Hall Street Dr.José Perez Barradas.
Where to park: In the parking lot beside the old town or around the front garden.
Meeting Time: 10:00 am, in the case of Individual Agenda.
Registration: No prior registration needed. Just show up.
Individual Price: 7.00 Euros.
Payment: Cash on the spot. Bring pocket money.
Remarks
• It is possible to buy supplies in Sines. There is a Lidl supermarket opened on Sunday morning. There are coffee shops open nearby.
• Bring plenty of water on hot days. Bring a small towel and / or plastic bags big and thick to cross the streams.