Lisbon to Ericeira

by Leif Riksheim

47 mi1h 43m

Lisbon → Ericeira

Duration

1h 43m

Distance

47 mi

Scenic Roads

POI Stops

Route Notes

This route trades the efficient A8 motorway for the legendary N247, one of Portugal's most iconic driving roads. You will experience a perfect variety of driving dynamics: fast coastal sweepers near Cascais, technical hairpins through the cool Sintra forests, and narrow cliffside roads near Azenhas do Mar. The route adds roughly an hour of pure driving enjoyment with constant ocean views and changing terrain.

Waypoints

LisbonStart
Depart from the heart of Lisbon, heading west towards the Atlantic coast.
N247 - Estrada do GuinchoScenic Road
The drive begins its scenic transition onto the N247, following the rugged shoreline past the famous wind-swept Guincho Beach.
Coastal, sweeping, ocean views
N247 - Cabo da Roca ApproachScenic Road
The road begins to climb into the foothills of the Sintra mountains, offering dramatic views of the Atlantic cliffs.
Winding, elevation, coastal cliffs
N247 - Colares ForestScenic Road
A technical and lush section of the N247 that tunnels through the dense forests of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.
Tight curves, shaded, technical
N247 - Azenhas do MarScenic Road
Follow the cliff-edge roads through the iconic village of Azenhas do Mar, known for its white houses perched over the sea.
Scenic, narrow, village transit
EriceiraDestination
Arrive in the picturesque fishing village and world surfing reserve of Ericeira.