Sintra, Portugal - Day 4 - Cabo da Roca

Cabo da Roca

sintra portugal cape cabo da roca

After leaving Quinta da Regaleira, we took a short drive to Cabo da Roca. This cape is the westernmost point of mainland Europe and sits about 140 meters above the Atlantic. Up until the late 14th century, Cabo de Roca was believed to be the edge of the world. Other than a lighthouse, a coffee shop and a gift shop, there’s nothing else but cliffs and ocean views.

sintra portugal cape cabo da roca
sintra portugal cape cabo da roca
The stone monument - “Where the land ends and the sea begins”

The stone monument - “Where the land ends and the sea begins”

sintra portugal cape cabo da roca
sintra portugal cape cabo da roca
sintra portugal cape cabo da roca
sintra portugal cape cabo da roca

Heading south from the lighthouse and the stone monument, there are paths that follow the cliffs. It narrows from a wide paved path into small trails that follow the coastline. It can be a bit steep and windy so be sure to watch your step out here.

sintra portugal cape cabo da roca
sintra portugal cape cabo da roca
sintra portugal cape cabo da roca
sintra portugal cape cabo da roca
sintra portugal cape cabo da roca