This tour in the Algarve has a number of roads that have already been described in one of the earlier routes combined with the beautiful western part that is mainly characterized by the rugged coastline with beaches, beautiful vantage points where you can admire the coastline and the sea. And bring a towel and swimwear, because we are going to the beach.

The route starts and ends in Armação de Pêra, a pretty little town about 50 km from Faro. The fishing village of origin has become a tourist attraction because of its beautiful beaches. This is a nice base for journeys in the Algarve. You can drive the ride to Portugal yourself or have your motorcycle transported, you don't have a motorbike, no problem nearby are two things that rent motorbikes and quads. Links are in the review.

We leave from the campsite and drive quietly out of the town towards the northwest. The first town that we visit is Silves (RP2), an old acquaintance if you have also driven the other routes. Silves is one of the older and most beautiful towns of the Algarve and definitely worth planning a longer break here. Silves is inland and has a beautiful old Fort of Silves, which attracts many tourists to the village.

Silves is located on the Arade River behind Portimão. The city was in Moorish hands until the 13th century and was for centuries an important location in the region. The wealth of the city even lured the Normans on their plunderings to this region. From the 13th century, the city came back into the hands of the Portuguese king. Silves has characteristic nice little steep streets, beautiful old houses and whitewashed houses. The cathedral of the town dates from the 12th century and served as a mosque during Moorish rule.

Above the city you can see the Silves fortress from far away. The fort can still be visited and a major attraction of the town. The walls of the fort are still standing. However, the inside of the fort has been dropped and only the foundations of it are visible. You can climb the old walls and view the surroundings from these walls. You immediately understand the strategic usefulness of the fort, since the view is beautiful and you can look far into the surroundings. Also nice are the various stork nests around the fort. The inside of the fort is further embellished with a beautiful garden, full of roses and fruit trees.

From Silves we follow the river Odelouca on the N124 to the north, a wonderful road to drive with nice curves and beautiful panoramas.

At Umbria we turn right and drive via a narrow winding road (RP4) to Monchique, we drive with a detour because this is a very nice piece of driving with here and there beautiful panoramas, so where possible stop for a moment to enjoy.

Monchique (RP6) is located just below the highest point of the Algarve. The village is characterized by streets with small stones that wind up towards the mountain. It is a beautiful village with many 18th and 19th century houses. The central square is very atmospheric with its fountains and beautiful flower beds. The drive up through the beautiful nature alone is more than worth a visit to Monchique.

At RP7 we approach the Penedo do Buraco waterfall, which is close to an asphalted road and therefore has good conditions to visit. To do this, turn left at RP7 and drive a little over the old path to Foia, from where it is a short walk.

At the "Miradouro da Fóia" viewpoint (RP8) we stop for a drink and enjoy the beautiful view. There is a cafeteria and sometimes a food truck.
At RP9 the viewpoint "Miradouro da Fonte Santa" is in a bend, there is a parking place here and you can enjoy the beautiful panorama here. Unfortunately it can sometimes be foggy at this altitude.

Via the N67 we now drive west towards Monte de Cruz on the coast. At RP12 we park the motorbikes and relax at the beautiful beach Bordeira Beach and eat and drink something at the beach bar.

The next part of the ride is along the coast with many points to stop for a short while to enjoy the beautiful view from the various vantage points;
RP13. Praia da Zimbreirinha
RP15. Praia do Portinho do Forno
RP16. Praia do Amado and Surf school
RP18. Farol do Cabo de Sao Vicente
RP19. Cape and Fortaleza de Sagre, with its fort
RP26. Estrada Ponta Da Piedade
The next stop is in Lagos (RP28) where you can take a nice walk on the boulevard and have a drink or eat.

Via Portimão, where the Arade river crosses over the "Ponte de Portimão" suspension bridge (RP30), we drive back to the campsite.

This ride is with its beautiful roads, beautiful nature, nice villages, beautiful coastline and beaches I appreciate with 4 **** Stars.