MTB Trails
The Schist Village's Mountain Bike Centres are permanent sport infrastructures, comprised by a network of signed trails for MTB and welcoming areas equipped exclusively for MTB enthusiasts. In these hubs is available information, car parking, showers and a bike self-service station (washing, air, small bike repair workshop).
The Centres offer CrossCountry, DownHill or FreeRide trails, way marked with specific signage, internationally adopted, with four difficulty levels (green, blue, red and black) appropriate for all kinds of users, from beginners to more demanding bikers.
Ferraria de S. João
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From this centre you have four trails available, with different difficult levels and a fifth one, long distance, which connects to Gondramaz and Lousã trails, returning later to Ferraria de S. João.
The simplest trail, with only 3,8km, is ideal for a relaxed ride, contemplating the view over the village. The remaining ones are rather more technical and long, while passing through areas of great beauty, such as Ribeira das Ferrarias Vale, Fragas da Lagoa, Campêlo ou S. João do Deserto.
The longest day is a whole-day challenge in a mountain setting, and part of the attraction is the section that takes you pedaling through the intricate streets of Gondramaz, or taking a bath on the River Beaches of Ana de Aviz and Fragas de S. Simão as well as the Casal de S. Simão village.
Contacts:
Associação de Moradores da Ferraria de S. João
Tlm.: (+351) 914 250 916/ 919 048 373
associacaodosferreiros@gmail.com
Gondramaz
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Only those who go through these mountains and valleys will feel the adrenaline on a bike, combining the pure pleasure of relaxation and fun with recharging one's batteries and revitalizing the mind.
Gondramaz offers 4 trails of different difficulty levels and skill, starting in "Torre 9" and ending at the entrance of the village. You may also descend a thrilling free-ride trail with more than 9km!
Contacts:
MCV Bike Club Gondramaz
Tlm.: (+351) 966 395 027
mcvbikeclube@sapo.pt
Lousã
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The MTB trails of Lousã, some of which pass through old mountain shepperd routes, are a real journey in time through the villages of Chiqueiro, Talasnal, Vaqueirinho, Catarredor, Candal and Cerdeira. From the most accessible trail, ideal for a family journey, to challenges that draw the line between experienced bikers and beginners, and the occasional requiring technique and endurance.
The unique landscape of Lousã mountain range is stimulating in every trail. Other rewards, especially in more demanding slopes, are reaching the top and the downhill thrill that follows. It is guaranteed fun.
Contacts:
Montanha Clube, Secção de BTT
Tlm.: (+351) 918 687 242
montanhaclube.btt@gmail.com
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MTB Trails
Easy (roling, hard or asphalt trail with a width > 1,5m; slopes with < 10% and average <5% without obstacles)
Average (few obstacles > 2m; few technical passages, slopes < 15% with an average > 10%, firm or stable ground and width > 1m)
Difficult (several obstacles > 0,5m and technical passages, maximum slopes > 15% and average < 15% with average conditions)
Very Difficult (rather technical, only for experienced bikers, maximum slopes >20%, unavoidable obstacles, height > 0,5m; unpredictable ground conditions).
MTB Downhill trails
Easy (hard packed trail surface and width > 1m; grade <15% with obstacles/jumps < 1m with alternatives)
Average (few obstacles of height < 1,5m, with alternatives; few technical sections, grade < 20%, hard-packed surface and witdth > 1m)
Difficult (several obstacles of height > 1,5m and technical sections, maximum grade <20%, wide range of surface types)
Very Difficult (rather technical, only for experienced bikers, maximum grade > 20%, unavoidable obstacles of height > 1,5m; unpredictable trail surface)
Trail signage
MTB Long Traverse (> 80 km)
MTB Local Circuits ( < 80 km)
MTB Circuits in protected areas
Downhill and Free Ride Trails
Wrong way
Turn right
Turn left
Go straight ahead
Two way
Connection trail
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