Beginner Hiking Trails In Europe

7. Alentejo, Portugal

Following the rugged coastline of the Atlantic Ocean, this region of the country gives hikers salty breezes and isolated beaches, right next to fields full of colorful flowers. Alentejo is the name of a vast area in Portugal, and there are over seventy-four miles of trails along the coastline. There are four main sections with five side trails, one of which is Telheiro Beach Circuit. The starting point for this trail is at Ponta Ruiva in the north, and it takes you to Cape S. Vincent at the southern end. You can enjoy the gorgeous Telheiro beach, surrounded by red sandstone cliffs, along the way. A cool dip in the Atlantic Ocean will restore you before you continue your hike. The longest of the day-hike trails in this area is about fourteen miles. Hikers can find accommodation in some of the fishing villages along the way, but camping isn't permitted. This is the perfect hiking trail for those who love hiking along steep, rugged cliffs, with a salty ocean breeze in their faces. The last trail on the list makes for an awesome cap for the top hiking destinations for beginners in the world of hiking.