Monte Escuro Challenge.

Challenge Climb higher, stronger

From the sea to Lagoa do Congro, hidden in the island’s green heart.

Distance

34.3 km

Vertical

+ 1200 m

Duration

2–4 hours

Surface

Trail / Volcanic

The chapter

№ 02.02 / Gravel/Mtb

From the sea to Lagoa do Congro, hidden in the island’s green heart.

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Hour by Hour

Itinerary.

3 stages

01

Briefing

FeelAzores Sports Bike Café

Meet-up, bike fitting, and route briefing.
02

Monte Escuro Challenge

São Miguel — Azores

From the sea to Lagoa do Congro, hidden in the island’s green heart.
03

Return

Recovery at the Café

Social time and tour wrap-up.

What is included

Expert local guide and route briefing
Transfer from meeting point to tour start (when needed)
Helmet
Liability insurance

Not included

Bike rental
Personal gear and cycling clothing

Frequently asked questions

Before you sign up.

We rate each tour on a five-bar scale to make it easier to find the right experience for you. Send us your cycling history or tell us a bit about your experience, and we’ll recommend the most suitable route. We have options for all levels, from accessible and relaxed rides to demanding full-day stages.

Of course. You can bring your own bike and we’ll be happy to receive it. We have a space equipped for assembly, cleaning, and minor adjustments, so it’s ready to ride from day one. If you prefer to travel without a bike, we also offer high-quality bikes for rent.

Small groups, between 3 and 7 cyclists, with guide and mechanic. Small enough to move quietly across the island.

Weather is part of the adventure, but we’re prepared for it. We monitor weather conditions before and during each tour and, if necessary, adjust the route, change the departure time, or reschedule the experience for another day. Our goal is to ensure that every ride is safe and enjoyable, without compromising the quality of the experience.

Routes included

Routes
of the programme.

Every route was designed and tested by our local guides. 1 route with a detailed elevation profile — chosen according to the weather, the light and the condition of the group.

Rota 01