Distance
129.0 km
Duration
2h 49min
Elevation Gain
1016m
Region
Northern Portugal
MotoTrip rating
Scenic9.0
Road Quality7.5
Fun Factor8.5
About This Route
The N221 follows the border across the Miranda plateau and the cliffs of the International Douro, through Sendim, Bemposta, Lagoaça and Freixo de Espada à Cinta. Wild landscapes, little traffic, almond and olive groves, ending with a spectacular descent to Barca d’Alva, where the Douro enters Portugal.
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Recommended Stops
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Miranda do Douro Co-Cathedral
Landmark
Historic centre of Miranda, above the Douro cliffs.
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Torre do Galo, Freixo de Espada à Cinta
Landmark
Seven-sided tower in the centre of the Manueline town.
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Barca d’Alva
Viewpoint
End of the ride by the river, on the Spanish border.