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Directory

Here you can find a list of great places to stay or other activities and places of interest to consider while you are in the area. If you have any suggestions, or would like to be listed here, please email us at directory@cycling-rentals.com we look forward to hearing from you!

Accomodation

Casa Tres Palmeiras - Portimão

Perched high on the Algarve cliffs, "Casa Trés Palmeiras" oversees a beautiful rocklined bay and a sandy beach that invites for a romantic stroll. It is ideal for anyone looking for an unspoiled and secluded location, but nevertheless close to a lively seaside resort.

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Passareiro - Evora

A charming and traditional working estate located in the heart of Portugal's unique Alentejo region. As part of large cork and wine estate, the house itself dates from the 18th Century and has belonged to an Anglo-Portuguese family for over five generations.

Passaro
 
Goodnight Hostel - Lisbon

The perfect location in the heart of Lisbon's historical downtown area, on a pedestrian street parallel to the famous Rua Augusta, very close to the city's great monuments, and the best nightlife. Goodnight Hostel is one of the 2008 Top 10 Hostels worldwide!

Hostel
 
Herdade da Maroteira - Redondo

In the heart of the Alentejo, a recently converted and fully fitted independent cottage is available for weekends and short term lets. With two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, kitchen, and private terrace. Enjoy also the large family swimming pool.

Maroteira
 
La Posada - Roncesvalles

A a vibrant flow of fellow pilgrims makes for a very genuine overnight stay, in this historic Inn that also serves up some of the best pimientos along the Camino de Santiago. A great place to start your journey.

La-posada
 
LisbonCoastCottages.com

Self catering accommodations in Sintra and the beach village of Praia da Macas. 6 great properties to chose from for 2 to 12 persons. Run by keen cyclists, their properties are perfectly set up for the needs of riders. 10% discount to customers of Cycling Rentals.

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Marina Rio

Overlooking the marina, just a short walk away from the historic centre of Lagos, this family run hotel is the ideal choice for guests who look for, both relaxation and activity.

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Places to Eat

Tasca do Celso

Simply one of our favourite places to eat in Portugal. The charismatic owner José Ramos Cardoso, is from Lamego and was nicknamed "Celso" after his father. you'll find him at the best restaurant in town every night!

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Routes & Resources

Velo Map GPS Maps

Excellent donation based site offering routable GPS maps for upload to most handheld GPS units.

Velomaps
 
Vias Verdes - Spain

Spains Vías Verdes are disused railway lines reconditioned for use by walkers and cyclists. Exploring them is a different, enjoyable and environmentally friendly way of getting to know Spain, its culture and its landscapes. Sounds good? They're Great!

Viav
 
Bike Bus - Lisbon

For you to move with all comfort, CARRIS has designed the Bike Bus service, without any additional cost to the customers. On Saturday, Sunday and holidays, bicycles may be brought on four buses, prepared for its transportation.

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GPSies.com

If you already have an idea of where you'll be riding, GPSies.com is an incredibly powerful and simple online tool to making your own tracks. Download as GPX or other.

Gpsies
 
Ride With GPS

Draw bike rides on a map, then download to your GPS unit for turn by turn directions while training. See an elevation profile as you map, so you know how steep the hills will be. No sign-up required, no GPS required (but Garmin GPS units are supported). Check it out!

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Sintra Bike Guides App


Cycling Rentals Android App for Self Guided Sintra Bike Tour. Free Download right here!


Clip on Mud Guards


Like winter riding but don't like the road spray? Stay clean on your MTB or Touring bike for €3 a week.


How To Videos


Find video on how to perform simple bicycle maintenance and other frequently asked questions.


Camino de Santiago


Get off to an excellent Camino. La Posada in Roncesvalles has a vibrant flow of fellow pilgrims and serves up some of the best pimientos along the Camino de Santiago. A great place to start your journey.


Natural Capitalism


An essential old favourite that it is even more relevant today than when written in the 1980's


Mobile Security


Avoid expensive roaming charges and stay in touch at all times with low cost, pay as you go mobile phones.


Garmin Navigation


Stay on track with Garmin Handheld GPS systems, available for any of our bikes - with pre-loaded route maps as an option.


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