What we’re about
Looking for a refreshing way to start your day? Join us once a week for a morning walk in Monsanto park to enjoy some fresh air and scenic views right in the middle of the city. Our goal is to come together for a peaceful and calming walk that will set a positive tone for the rest of our day, maybe even clear our minds and reduce some stress!
This club encourages community and making new connections, but also welcomes quiet, introspective walks together. Each walk will be kept small to support a comfortable, familiar atmosphere.
Each route will be circular and take approximately 1 hour.
These walks are inclusive: All fitness levels, ages, genders, and nationalities are welcome, including (well-behaved) furry friends. Our pace will be set by the slowest walker.
Out of respect to the group and nature, please be prepared to stow your phone and keep it on silent for the duration of the walk.
All of the Monsanto Morning Walks are, and will always be, free! If you would like to contribute to the costs of running the group on Meetup, feel free to donate whatever feels right for you on any walk you join.
See you in the park!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Weekend walk #10: Rota de ÁguaPedestrian bridge Benfica, Lisbon
Join us for another Weekend Walk in Monsanto!
We will follow a slightly modified version of the circular Rota de Água (water route) starting at the park-side entrance of the pedestrian bridge in Benfica. This is an easy route that will take us around the north-western point of Monsanto park and around both the Alto da Serafina and Parque do Calhau. Towards the end we will come pass the Marquês de Fronteira palace before circling back to the starting point.
Please note that the group size for this walk is intentionally small to support a comfortable, familiar atmosphere. In addition, I am only one person and can’t manage too large of a moving group.
If you have secured a place but are unable to attend, please update your RSVP at least 24 hours in advance.
If you are running late, please send me a personal message. Otherwise, we will begin walking at 10:05 latest to respect everyone's time.
If your schedule allows, feel free to join the group for coffee and a snack at a local kiosk after finishing our walk!
Distance and duration
This circular route is roughly 7.3 km and should take approximately 120 minutes to complete.Meeting / ending point
We will start walking from the pedestrian footbridge in Benfica. Cross the bridge to meet the group at the park-side end.
🚗: There is a parking lot in front of the bridge as well as street parking nearby.
🚌: Several bus lines will drop you at the footbridge, which is also walkable (13 mins) from Benfica station.What to bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- At least 0.5L of water
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Sunscreen/hat
Out of respect to the group and nature, please be prepared to stow your phone and keep it on silent for the duration of the walk.
Important notes:
- The walk will take place even if there is a chance of light rain - bring your rain jacket!
- If the trails are compromised due to long periods of rain leading up to the date, and/or the forecast calls for lightning or heavy rain, I will cancel the walk before midnight the night before.
All of the Monsanto Morning Walks are, and will always be, free! If you would like to contribute to the costs of running the group on Meetup, feel free to donate whatever feels right for you on any walk you join. All contributions will go directly toward creating more events.
See you in the park!
Monsanto Morning Walks is not liable for any damage or injury incurred during this event. Please evaluate your own physical state (illness, injuries, etc.) and participate at your own risk.
- Morning walk #26: Vila Guiné - Pista fria - Pista do BarcalParque de Merendas da Vila Guiné, Lisboa
Join us for another circular walk in the forest!
This is an easy route starting from the picnic area at Vila Guiné. We will walk along the "Pista Fria" before connecting to the "Pista do Barcal" to circle back to the starting point.
Please note that the group size for this walk is intentionally small to support a comfortable, familiar atmosphere. If you have secured a place but are unable to attend, please update your RSVP at least 24 hours in advance.
If you are running late, please send me a personal message. Otherwise, we will begin walking at 08:35 latest to respect everyone's time.
Distance and duration
This circular route is 3.3km and should take approximately 60 minutes to complete.Meeting / ending point
Parking lot in front of the Vila da Guiné picnic area
🚗: Free parking
🚌: Accessible by several central bus lines and is walkable (20 mins) from Benfica stationWhat to bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- At least 0.5L of water
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Sunscreen/hat
Out of respect for the group and nature, please be prepared to stow your phone and keep it on silent for the duration of the walk.
All of the Monsanto Morning Walks are, and will always be, free! If you would like to contribute to the costs of running the group on Meetup, feel free to donate whatever feels right for you on any walk you join.
See you in the park!
Monsanto Morning Walks is not liable for any damage or injury incurred during this event. Please evaluate your own physical state (illness, injuries, etc.) and participate at your own risk.
- Morning walk #27: Calhau - Parque da Pedra - Encosta da SerafinaEstacionamento Parque do Calhau, Lisbon
Join us for another circular walk through Monsanto!
We will start from the Parque do Calhau and head around the Serafina hill. to pass by the Moinho das 3 Cruzes as well as the geomonument at the Parque da Pedra.
Distance and duration
This circular route is 3.1km and should take approximately 60 minutes to complete.The group size for this walk is intentionally small to support a comfortable, familiar atmosphere. If you have secured a place but are unable to attend, please update your RSVP at least 24 hours in advance.
If you are running late, please send me a personal message and we will do our best to wait for you. Otherwise, we will begin walking at 08:35 latest to respect everyone's time.
Meeting / ending point
Parking lot "Parque do Calhau"🚗: Free parking
🚌:The 770 bus from Sete Rios station will drop you directly at the parking lotWhat to bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- At least 0.5L of water
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Sunscreen/hat
Out of respect to the group and nature, please be prepared to stow your phone and keep it on silent for the duration of the walk.
Important notes:
- The walk will take place even if there is a chance of light rain - bring your rain jacket!
- If the trails are compromised due to long periods of rain leading up to the date, and/or the forecast calls for lightning or heavy rain, I will cancel the walk before midnight the night before.
All Monsanto Morning Walks are, and will always be, free! If you would like to contribute to the costs of running the group on Meetup, feel free to donate whatever feels right for you on any walk you join. All contributions will go directly toward creating more events.
See you in the park!
Monsanto Morning Walks is not liable for any damage or injury incurred during this event. Please evaluate your own physical state (illness, injuries, etc.) and participate at your own risk.
- Morning walk #28: Monte VerdeMonte Verde, Lisbon
Join us for another circular walk through Monsanto Park!
We will start from behind the restaurant "Monte Verde" to walk along some of Monsanto's old roads and cross over the only wooden bridge in the forest before circling back to the starting point. There are a few steeper inclines along the route, but nothing we can't handle!
The group size for this walk is intentionally small to support a comfortable, familiar atmosphere. If you have secured a place but are unable to attend, please update your RSVP at least 24 hours in advance so that someone else may walk with us.
If you are running late, please send me a personal message and we will do our best to wait for you. Otherwise, we will begin walking at 08:35 latest to respect everyone's time.
Distance and duration
This circular route is 3.7km and should take approximately 60 minutes to complete.Meeting / ending point
- 🚗: Parking lot behind the restaurant "Monte Verde"
- 🚌: Bus 771 stops across the road; bus stop Cruz Oliveiras.
What to bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- At least 0.5L of water
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Sunscreen/hat
Out of respect to the group and nature, please be prepared to stow your phone and keep it on silent for the duration of the walk.
Important notes:
- The walk will take place even if there is a chance of light rain - bring your rain jacket!
- If the trails are compromised due to long periods of rain leading up to the date, and/or the forecast calls for lightning or heavy rain, I will cancel the walk before midnight the night before.
All of the Monsanto Morning Walks are, and will always be, free! If you would like to contribute to the costs of running the group on Meetup, feel free to donate whatever feels right for you on any walk you join. All contributions will go directly toward creating more events.
See you in the park!
Monsanto Morning Walks is not liable for any damage or injury incurred during this event. Please evaluate your own physical state (illness, injuries, etc.) and participate at your own risk.
