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    3. Day 5: Porto → São João da Madeira

    Day 5: Porto → São João da Madeira

    from Porto

    to São João da Madeira

    E-Bike: 2h 02

    Bike: 2h 45

    32 kmDistance
    530 mElevation Gain
    Difficulty
    Traffic
    Porto - São João da Madeira
    Touring Bike

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    Description

    Battling rain and wind, I decided to cut the day short, considering it a half-rest day. Even adverse weather couldn't dampen the spirit of this adventure. Additional Info: São João da Madeira, a town with a rich industrial history, is known for its hat-making heritage. The Industrial Museum is a fascinating stop for history enthusiasts.

    Route

    32.0 km from Porto to São João da Madeira, 530 m climbing, easy difficulty

    Start Point
    Porto
    End Point
    São João da Madeira
    Country
    Portugal
    Regions
    Centro, North, Área Metropolitana do Porto

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    Notable climbs on this day

    Climb {{number}} 1
    Category 4
    GPX
    4 km
    119 m
    3.1%
    max 9.4%

    At a glance

    Distance

    32 km

    Difficulty

    Easy

    Ascent

    530 m

    Suitable bikes

    Touring Bike

    Wind tendency for this stage

    Light sidewind

    Before dark

    Riding on
    18 km/h
    Average speed

    About 2h 55m on the bike, with short stops

    Sunrise 06:58 AM · sunset 05:39 PM at the finish, local time

    Leave by 02:14 PM to arrive 30 min before sunset

    Highlights along this route

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    • Almeida Garrett

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      History
      Béria Lima de Rodríguez · CC BY-SA 3.0
    • Unhas Negras

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      Culture
      Vitor Oliveira from Torres Vedras, PORT… · CC BY-SA 2.0
    • Miradouro do Largo de Aviz

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      Scenic View
      Thomas Dahlstrøm Nielsen · CC BY-SA 4.0
    • Miradouro da Escarpa

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      Scenic View
      Sergei Gussev · CC BY 2.0
    • Monumento aos Mortos da Grande Guerra

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      History
      Vitor Oliveira from Torres Vedras, PORT… · CC BY-SA 2.0
    • Dom António Ferreira Gomes

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      History
      Carlos Luis M C da Cruz · Public domain
    • Os Corcéis

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      Culture
      Sergio Miranda · CC BY 3.0
    • O Ardina

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      History
      Alexkom000 · CC BY 4.0
    • Memória da Ponte das Barcas (Lado do Porto)

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      Culture
      Krzysztof Golik · CC BY-SA 4.0
    • Argoncilhe

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      Nature
    • Museu do Calçado

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      Culture
      Vitor Oliveira from Torres Vedras, PORT… · CC BY-SA 2.0
    • Cristo-Crucificado

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      Culture
      cipriwarrior · CC BY-SA 3.0
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    Packing list

    Bike-specific essentials. Pack light, ride more.

    Hotel

    Everything you need for a comfortable cycling trip when staying in hotels or guesthouses.

    Bags & setup

    • Frame bag, seat pack or panniers
    • Small handlebar bag for valuables
    • Dry bags or zip bags

    Clothing

    • Cycling shorts or bib shorts
    • Cycling jersey or quick-dry shirt
    • Light insulation layer
    • Rain jacket
    • Socks and underwear
    • Gloves
    • Buff or thin hat
    • Off-bike clothes for the evening

    Tools & spares

    • Spare tube
    • Tyre levers
    • Mini pump or CO₂ inflator
    • Multitool
    • Patch kit
    • Chain quick link
    • Small bottle of chain lube
    • Zip ties and a little tape

    Navigation & power

    • Smartphone or GPS device
    • Handlebar mount
    • Charging cables
    • Power bank
    • Offline route or GPX file
    • Front and rear lights

    Food & water

    • Water bottles
    • Bars, nuts or other snacks
    • Small emergency food supply
    • Electrolytes for heat or long stages

    Personal items & documents

    • ID or passport
    • Bank card and some cash
    • Health insurance card
    • Sunscreen
    • First-aid kit
    • Personal medication
    • Toothbrush and small toiletries

    Camping extras

    Additional gear for bike trips with camping.

    Sleep system

    • Lightweight tent, bivy or tarp
    • Sleeping bag
    • Sleeping mat
    • Inflatable pillow or stuff sack
    • Earplugs

    Cooking & food

    • Small stove
    • Fuel
    • Pot or cup
    • Spoon or spork
    • Lighter
    • Lightweight meals
    • Water filter or purification tablets if needed

    Camp basics

    • Headlamp
    • Small microfibre towel
    • Biodegradable soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Trash bag
    • Extra dry bag for wet gear

    Tip Pack for the conditions, your route and the duration of your ride. Less weight means more freedom to go further.

    Porto - São João da Madeira
    Porto - São João da Madeira