From the centre of the district’s capital, you depart on a route of discovery, punctuated by history and tradition. After riding around the edge of the town, take the country road that leads first to the village of Conceição. Known for the famous ruins of Milreu, one of the most significant vestiges of Roman times in the Algarve, Estoi is worth a visit before continuing northwards and tackling the 2 km ascent to Azinheiro, on the slopes of São Miguel hill. The ascent to Bordeira is the most demanding part of this route, including a side trip to the village of Sant Barcara de Nexe. A continuous descent brings you finally to the busy beach at Faro.