Mountain Ride to the Metal Windmill — Spring Season Opener! 🌸⚙️ | 01.03.2026

📅 Event Details

• Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
• Meeting Time: 10:00 – 10:30 AM
• Meeting Point: Park near Aqueduto do Louriçal
• Distance: ~105-110 km
• Elevation Gain: ~1,000m
• Difficulty: Moderate to challenging — beautiful but demanding
• Bike Type: Gravel, MTB

📍 Getting to the Start

• From Figueira da Foz: 25 km to Louriçal
• From Soure: 18 km to Louriçal
• From Coimbra: Take train to Soure (departure 8:23 AM), then cycle 18 km to meeting point

🎯 Destination: The Metal Windmill

We’re heading to a unique metal windmill (not wood, not stone — metal!) located in mountainous terrain near a quiet, authentic Portuguese village.

What Makes It Special:

• 🌸 Wild orchids grow on the meadow around the windmill (according to plant recognition apps!)
• ⛰️ Mountain setting — scenic climbs and peaceful countryside
• 🏘️ Traditional village nearby — authentic rural Portugal

This isn’t your typical windmill tour — it’s a destination that rewards effort with beauty and tranquility.

• 🌦️ Weather Forecast
• ☀️ Daytime: Sunny, calm winds, +20-21°C — perfect spring riding!
• 🌙 Evening: Cooler temperatures — dress appropriately and bring layers

⚙️ What to Bring

• Water and snacks (mountain routes, limited services)
• Layers for evening descent (temperature drops)
• Basic repair kit
• Camera (orchids and mountain views!)
• Good climbing legs 💪

💬 Registration & Communication

Confirm your participation:

• Register button below in this event
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• Bike Universe WhatsApp group
• Bike Universe Facebook community

✨ Why Join This Tour

• 🌸 Open the spring season beautifully!
• ⛰️ Challenging climbs with rewarding mountain scenery
• 🌼 Wild orchids around a unique metal windmill
• 🏘️ Authentic Portuguese villages off the tourist path
• 🚴‍♂️ Great company and shared adventure

This is a ride you’ll remember!

Let’s kick off spring with something special — mountains, flowers, and a windmill like no other! 🌸🚴‍♂️✨

See you on the road! 🔥

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