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There are two main reasons why I decided to publish this short video about Baleal and Peniche on EuroVelo 1 coastal route in Portugal.
The first reason is because I was faced with some confusion in terms of navigation and maps, which I believe might impact other EuroVelo 1 voyagers also, so this video presents my recommendations on which route to take.
Second, because this is an absolutely stunning part of Portugal and the route you decide to take will greatly influence how you perceive it.
In my opinion, visiting this small island is a must and a short ride around the island is just 2 Km long which will demand little time if you are just doing a ride around the island as I did, yet if you download the EuroVelo GPX track from the internet or if you look at the route in the EuroVelo 1 web page, it directs you to skip the island entirely, which is a real shame.
This island gets its name for being an historical site for the cutting and carving of whales on their migratory route to the northern seas.
Baleal's coastal shape create unique conditions in Europe for surfing and body boarding, hence its popularity with surfers from all over the world.
The chapel in Baleal is believed to have been built in the 16th century Unfortunately the chapel was closed but I am going to post some links to pictures in the comments below.
In addition to Saint Stephen, the chapel has an image of Our Lady of Mercy and there is a legend associated with this image that I explain in the video.
One of the things that cause confusion in my EuroVelo 1 route navigation that day, was the fact that one of the EuroVelo 1 GPX files I downloaded, and I believe it was the file I downloaded from the EuroVelo 1 site, directed me to bypass Peniche entirely as you can see on-screen. As I had studied the route a little before leaving the van that day, I knew this wasn't right, but this would have been the point in which I would have had to turn left if I was following that track and if I had done that I would have cut about 10 Km from the journey but would have missed the incredible views that the coast of Peniche offers.
#EuroVelo1 #Baleal #Peniche #Portugal #Cycling
The first reason is because I was faced with some confusion in terms of navigation and maps, which I believe might impact other EuroVelo 1 voyagers also, so this video presents my recommendations on which route to take.
Second, because this is an absolutely stunning part of Portugal and the route you decide to take will greatly influence how you perceive it.
In my opinion, visiting this small island is a must and a short ride around the island is just 2 Km long which will demand little time if you are just doing a ride around the island as I did, yet if you download the EuroVelo GPX track from the internet or if you look at the route in the EuroVelo 1 web page, it directs you to skip the island entirely, which is a real shame.
This island gets its name for being an historical site for the cutting and carving of whales on their migratory route to the northern seas.
Baleal's coastal shape create unique conditions in Europe for surfing and body boarding, hence its popularity with surfers from all over the world.
The chapel in Baleal is believed to have been built in the 16th century Unfortunately the chapel was closed but I am going to post some links to pictures in the comments below.
In addition to Saint Stephen, the chapel has an image of Our Lady of Mercy and there is a legend associated with this image that I explain in the video.
One of the things that cause confusion in my EuroVelo 1 route navigation that day, was the fact that one of the EuroVelo 1 GPX files I downloaded, and I believe it was the file I downloaded from the EuroVelo 1 site, directed me to bypass Peniche entirely as you can see on-screen. As I had studied the route a little before leaving the van that day, I knew this wasn't right, but this would have been the point in which I would have had to turn left if I was following that track and if I had done that I would have cut about 10 Km from the journey but would have missed the incredible views that the coast of Peniche offers.
#EuroVelo1 #Baleal #Peniche #Portugal #Cycling
9 years ago, today was the day that, after nearly 600 Km and 12 days on my bike, I arrived to the Catholic Basilica of the Sanctuary of our Lady in the town of Aparecida do Norte, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil.
It was a tough ride, but I don't regret doing it at all and would do again if the opportunity presented itself.
It was a tough ride, but I don't regret doing it at all and would do again if the opportunity presented itself.
Cycling infrastructure in Portugal is REALLY good at the coast, however sometimes you come across something like this. A thick wire stretching from a high post to a low point in a pedestrian / cycling bridge.
Yes, it is visible, but all it takes is a moment of distraction and then your neck is in trouble.
This is at the pedestrian bridge at the "Canal da Barrinha de Mira" about 4 Km before of after Praia de Mira (Mira Beach) depending in which direction you are riding.
Be careful!
#EuroVelo1 #Danger #PraiaDeMira #Portugal
Yes, it is visible, but all it takes is a moment of distraction and then your neck is in trouble.
This is at the pedestrian bridge at the "Canal da Barrinha de Mira" about 4 Km before of after Praia de Mira (Mira Beach) depending in which direction you are riding.
Be careful!
#EuroVelo1 #Danger #PraiaDeMira #Portugal
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