On October 30th, "Balconies above the sea trail" - this is a spectacular walking tour guided by Miguel Rodrigues, who showed us the flora and fauna of Alvor Ebio Station last spring. This itinerary is one of the most beautiful sections of Portimão’s rocky coast, along the top of a limestone cliff dating back to the Miocene (23 to 5 million years ago). The rocks are now very worn by the sea, rain and run-off, as well as by the action of the wind and the plants, and with different reddish hues caused by the oxidation of the limestone. The rocks, sculpted by erosion, shelter numerous species of birds, in particular jackdaws and rock pigeons, the forebears of the domestic pigeon. Along the way we will come across Mediterranean scrub vegetation with mastic and scattered stone pine trees, as well as encountering various birds, including Sardinian warblers and European robins.
Date: October 30th
Time: 9H45
Approximate duration: 2 hours
Total distance: 4 km approx.
Elevation gain: 90m
Type or terrain: dirt tracks, sometimes narrow and plain, and sometimes steep climbs
Overall level: Easy / Medium
Price: €12 Members - €15 (non Members)
Payment at arrival by cash (please bring correct amount)
Meeting point: https://goo.gl/maps/mps5oiK8512nMSfD6
(Urbanização Vau da Rocha)
Number of participants: minimum 8 - maximum 18
If more than 18 people confirm their attendance, we may repeat the tour in a different date. In case of bad weather conditions, the tour will be rescheduled.
Suggested:
Comfortable clothing, adequate to the weather forecast
Walking shoes or boots with good ground grip (if possible, avoid sneakers/shoes with flat sole) and avoid brand new shoes
- Hat, sunscreen and water
Please email me to reserve your place. I am looking forward to seeing you!
Paloma Nieto
afpop Portimão Event Organiser
Email: portimao@afpop.com
