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Canhão Cársico de Ota (Ota Karst Canyon) — Local Natural Monument
Dirt trail entering the valley of the Ota Karst Canyon
Visit

Plan your visit

Everything you need to know before leaving home.

How to get there

The canyon is located near the village of Ota, in the municipality of Alenquer, about 50 km from Lisbon.

By car

Directions from the A1 / nearest exit. Park in the lot near the start of the trails and continue on foot.

Public transport

Lines and stops to be confirmed.

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Start of the walking trail, with trail marking

Prepare yourself

Footwear

Wear closed shoes with good grip: there are sections of stone that may be slippery.

Water and shade

There are no drinking water points along the trail. In summer, prefer the early hours of the morning.

Mobile network

Coverage may fail at the bottom of the valley. Inform someone of your route.

Safety. Do not approach the edge of the cliffs or enter rock shelters or cavities. In case of emergency, call 112. During periods of high fire risk, access may be restricted.

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Visit — Ota Karst Canyon