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Day 9: Pombal → Fátima

from Pombal

to Fátima

E-Bike: 2h 35

Bike: 3h 30

40 kmDistance
690 mElevation Gain
Difficulty
Traffic
Pombal - Fátima
Touring Bike

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Description

The best day so far unfolded as I cycled through captivating landscapes, enjoyed favorable weather, and encountered minimal traffic. A recommendation echoed in the quiet beauty of Fátima. Additional Info: Fátima, a renowned pilgrimage site, is famous for the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. The Sanctuary of Fátima attracts millions of visitors each year.

Route

40.0 km from Pombal to Fátima, 690 m climbing, easy difficulty

Start Point
Pombal
End Point
Fátima
Country
Portugal
Regions
Centro, Pinhal Litoral, West

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Notable climbs on this day

Climb {{number}} 1
GPX
2 km
62 m
3.4%
max 11.7%
Climb {{number}} 2
Category 3
GPX
4 km
165 m
3.9%
max 9.8%

At a glance

Distance

40 km

Difficulty

Easy

Ascent

690 m

Suitable bikes

Touring Bike

Wind tendency for this stage

Light sidewind

Before dark

Riding on
18 km/h
Average speed

About 3h 42m on the bike, with short stops

Sunrise 07:42 AM · sunset 07:02 PM at the finish, local time

Leave by 02:50 PM to arrive 30 min before sunset

Highlights along this route

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  • Muro de Berlim

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    Einaz80 · CC BY-SA 4.0
  • São Luís Maria Grignion de Montfort

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    Concepcion AMAT ORTA… · CC BY 3.0
  • Santo Afonso Maria de Ligório

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    Berthold Werner · CC BY-SA 4.0
  • Santa Beatriz da Silva

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    Txemari (Argazki). from Tudela (Navarra… · CC0
  • São Francisco de Sales

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    sjacktw2007 · CC BY-SA 4.0
  • São João da Cruz

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    Txemari (Argazki). from Tudela (Navarra… · CC0
  • Santo Inácio de Loiola

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    marek7400 · CC BY 3.0
  • São Marcelino Champagnat

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    sjacktw2007 · CC BY-SA 4.0
  • Pelourinho de Pombal

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    Threeohsix · CC BY-SA 4.0
  • Torre do Relógio

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    Threeohsix · CC BY-SA 4.0
  • Nossa Senhora de Fátima

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  • Monumento ao Agricultor

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    Vitor Oliveira from Torres Vedras, PORT… · CC BY-SA 2.0
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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.

Pombal - Fátima
Pombal - Fátima
Pombal - Fátima