Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais

West of Lisbon, the Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais protects a landscape of granite hills, dense forest and wild Atlantic coast. From the wooded heights of Sintra to the cliffs at Cabo da Roca and the beaches of Cascais, it brings together some of the most varied scenery in the Lisbon region.

Hills, forest and coast

The park covers the Serra de Sintra and the coastline from Cascais to the mouth of the Tagus, with a mild Atlantic climate that supports a rich variety of plants. Its forests, gardens and cliffs have drawn visitors since the nineteenth century, and it includes the westernmost point of mainland Europe.

What to see and do

• Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe.
• Walking trails through the Serra de Sintra and along the coast.
• The beaches and cliffs between Cascais and Guincho.
• The historic estates and gardens around Sintra, within the park.

Visiting the park

The park extends from Sintra to Cascais, west of Lisbon, and is reached by road and rail. Access to the park is free; for trails and any seasonal restrictions, check the official information before your visit.

Visitor information: icnf.pt.

Image credit: Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais, by Antonio Juan Sánchez, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.