Mountain
Moderate

Marão Hills | Amarante > Vila Real on the old road

Distance

52.1 km

Duration

1h 8min

Elevation Gain

1366m

Region

Norte

MotoTrip rating
Scenic8.5
Road Quality7.5
Fun Factor9.0
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About This Route

The old crossing of the Serra do Marão (the N15 and the old IP4), forgotten by traffic since the A4 tunnel opened. A twisting climb from Amarante to Alto do Espinho, with wide views over the Minho and Trás-os-Montes, and a fast descent to Vila Real.

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Recommended Stops

🏛️

São Gonçalo Bridge

Landmark

Stop 1

São Gonçalo bridge and church, in the historic centre of Amarante.

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Alto do Espinho

Viewpoint

Stop 2

Top of the Marão pass, with views over both sides.

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