Riding out of Sintra to Portugal’s Atlantic Coast – Golden Hour Motorcycle Ride
Palácio da Pena perched high above Sintra’s hills.
Sintra is widely acclaimed as one of Portugal’s most beautiful destinations – a historic town filled with gardens, tiled villas, colorful palaces and neo-Gothic estates, all surrounded by verdant mountains rolling toward the ocean.
Its cultural landscape is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it’s easy to see why as we begin our ride in the old town.
We wind through narrow cobbled streets under the gaze of the whimsical Palácio da Pena and the medieval Moorish Castle perched on the hilltops.
Passing the gates of the mystical Quinta da Regaleira estate, we leave the town center and head into the lush forests of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.
With the city behind us, the road twists through the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, offering a mix of smooth sweepers and tight bends that are a joy to ride.
My Yamaha Tracer 7 eagerly leans into each curve, its engine purring as we carve through rolling hills and tranquil villages.
The late spring air is fresh and carries the scent of pine and eucalyptus, growing cooler as we approach the coast.
For motorcycle enthusiasts, this route is a dream – the perfect blend of scenic beauty and engaging roads – while travel lovers will enjoy the changing landscapes, from mossy woods to sudden panoramic vistas.
From Sintra’s fairy-tale hills to the wild Atlantic shore, every moment showcases the freedom, adventure, and beauty that make motorcycle travel so special. If you enjoy the ride, please like, comment, and subscribe for more journeys!
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Enjoy, Jaamaan123
Filmed with the GoPro 12
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2 Comments
Excellent
Looks great there