Morning walk #64: Ajuda to Monsanto

Join us for another circular walk in Monsanto!

Let's explore the southern section of the park, starting and ending our walk in front of the Ajuda sports complex. The path will lead us around the Pedreira dos Catos and to both the Miradouro do Moinho do Penedo and the Miradouro Keil do Amaral for some nice views over the river. This is a moderate route with a couple of short inclines.

If your schedule allows, feel free to join the group for a well-deserved snack and coffee after the walk!

The group size for this walk is intentionally small to support a comfortable, familiar atmosphere. If you have secured a place but are unable to attend, please update your RSVP at least 24 hours in advance so that someone else may walk with us.

If you are running late, please send the guide a personal message and we will do our best to wait for you. Otherwise, we will begin walking at 08:35 latest to respect everyone's time.

Distance and duration
This circular route is roughly 5.6 km and should take approximately 90 minutes to complete.

Meeting / ending point
We will start walking from the parking lot in front of the Complexo Desportivo da Ajuda. We typically wait by the sign for "Monsanto Café" at the entrance to the parking lot - NOT inside the café itself.

🚗: Free street parking
🚌: Several bus lines will drop you on the main street in front of the sports complex

What to bring:

Comfortable walking shoes At least 0.5L of water
Weather-appropriate clothing Sunscreen/hat

Out of respect to the group and nature, please be prepared to stow your phone and keep it on silent for the duration of the walk.

Important notes:

The walk will take place even if there is a chance of light rain - bring your rain jacket! If the trails are compromised due to long periods of rain leading up to the date, and/or the forecast calls for lightning or heavy rain, I will cancel the walk before midnight the night be