Photography: Mafra Cycling
Recently, Ericeira Living website published an article about Mountain Biking in Ericeira.
Although the village is internationally known for having a World Surfing Reserve, Ericeira is also loved by the Portuguese as a vacation spot with a deep history, beautiful beaches and great restaurants.
in Ericeira there are trails for all
In addition to all these characteristics and attributes that make the village a unique destination, Ericeira is also home to “world-class mountain biking”, with a huge diversity of trails in various terrains and difficulties. And they all include awe-inspiring views!
For those looking for an easy family trail, through lush valleys, or for those looking to walk through vines laden with grapes ready to become wine, or for lovers of challenging climbs and steep hills, you can find it all in the area of Ericeira and Mafra.
ph: RR
The article has testimonies of two mountain biking lovers from different corners of the world:
“I had ridden mountain bikes for many years in Colorado prior to retiring and moving to Portugal; though I had been away from it for some time. Two years ago my wife and I decided to move to Ericeira. When we arrived, I had the good fortune to meet my friend, neighbor and most frequent riding partner Andre Notteau. Andre, a Frenchman, introduced me too many of the BTT trails in this area. He also introduced me to a wonderful group of riders in the Clube Ericeira BTT”, reports David Farrell.
Clube Ericeira BTT has a group of cyclists of all ages
Clube Ericeira BTT was formed three years ago by an avid group of MTB (Mountain Bike) cyclists ranging from high school to retirement age. Most of the members are Portuguese – they are strong and dedicated cyclists, united by their common love of mountain biking.
The topic of electric bicycles (Mountain e-Biking) is also highlighted in the article, as they are increasingly generating interest in the world of mountain biking. These high-quality mountain bikes, with sophisticated engines, detect a rider’s coming and respond with additional energy, making them suitable for riders of all ages, although they have already been proven to be particularly valuable for older riders.
You can consult some local trails here and here and the full article here.
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