Monsanto-Belem Lisbon

Trail running route

Alzbeta from Lisbon

Hedonist living the sun and ocean dream in Lisbon since 2023. Originally from Slovakia, but always tempted to move south to the coast with a warmer climate. I'm a chef and baker. When I don't cook or bake, I'm always on the hunt for a new restaurant, bar, a cool new space. I love specialty coffee and natural wine. I consider many winemakers to be my friends, I love to visit wine cellars or help wi...
"A 14 km trail through Monsanto Park to Belem. Perfect for a run or hike, with stunning views and a well-deserved pastel de nata at the end!"

One of my favourite running trail routes. Can be easily hiked/walked if running isn't your thing.

It's a perfect combination of the calm nature of Monsanto Park and a finish in quite touristic Belem. If a picturesque walk/run isn't enough of a reward for you, you can treat yourself with a pastel de nata in the end. You can either queue in a legendary Pasteis de Belem or grab one in less crowded Manteigaria, which I consider the best.

Our running route starts in Arroios, I run to Alameda metro station, where I take a metro to the final stop of a red line São Sebastião. You continue to run uphill along the El Corte Inglés supermarket, then you turn to the right and run across the park until you reach the parking spot of Monsanto Acesso Este Campolide. I follow different marked routes through Monsanto Park. It's almost 14 km with an elevation gain of 396m. Can be demanding if you aren't in your best shape, with lots of uphills and downhills, but definitely worth the struggle. Happy to provide the map, if you would like to try running it.

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Hedonist living the sun and ocean dream in Lisbon since 2023. Originally from Slovakia, but always tempted to move south to the coast with a warmer climate. I'm a chef and baker. When I don't cook or bake, I'm always on the hunt for a new restaurant, bar, a cool new space. I love specialty coffee and natural wine. I consider many winemakers to be my friends, I love to visit wine cellars or help with a harvest. I got you covered with anything food and drinks related in Lisbon. I can provide you with tips on where to get the most fresh organic veggies, fish, or the widest selection of cheese.�...

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