Description

Distance
102Km
Total elevation gain
2450m

This is the option to enjoy the the West Stage starting and ending in the city of Seia. It is possible to ride this route starting and ending in Manteigas.

This route goes around the central massif of Serra da Estrela, starting from its western slope.

On the way up from Gouveia to the Penhas Douradas plateau, a fantastic view opens up, which on days with good visibility allows you to see the Atlantic coast. . After quenching your thirst at the Mondeguinho spring, the point where the Mondego River begins, it's time to head down to Manteigas to tackle the climb to the Alto da Torre summit along the road that runs alongside the spectacular Zêzere Glacier Valley.

The long descent from Torre to Seia is the final prize, without forgetting to save some energy for the short but intense climb that marks the passage through the iconic village of Sabugueiro.

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