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A brief summary to Volta do Duche
- Sintra, PT
Local tips
- Visit early in the day to avoid crowds and enjoy a peaceful experience at the palaces.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as exploring Sintra involves a lot of walking and some steep paths.
- Don’t miss trying the local pastry, Travesseiros, at one of the traditional bakeries.
- Consider purchasing a combined ticket for the main attractions to save money and time.
- Check the weather forecast before your visit, as Sintra can be misty and cooler than Lisbon.
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Getting There
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Train
From the Cascais train station, take the train towards Sintra. Trains depart frequently, approximately every 30 minutes. The journey takes around 30 minutes. Once you arrive at Sintra station, exit the station and follow the signs to the main road. You can either walk to Volta do Duche, which is about a 25-minute walk, or take a local bus.
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Bus
From the Cascais town center, head to the bus stop near the Cascais train station. Look for bus number 403 which goes directly to Sintra. The bus ride takes approximately 40 minutes. Once you arrive at the Sintra bus terminal, follow the signs to the center of Sintra and walk towards Volta do Duche, which is about a 15-minute walk.
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Walking
If you are already in the Sintra area, you can walk to Volta do Duche. Start from the Sintra train station and head north on Av. Dr. Miguel Bombarda. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with R. da Ferraria, then turn left. Follow this road until you arrive at Volta do Duche, which is a scenic route that takes about 25 minutes.
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