Monumento Natural da Pedra da Mua — Attraction in Sesimbra

Of course, you should come here if you have even a little imagination, a longing for past wonders, dreams of future ones :) and an understanding that we are very small, very tiny people.

Here, you can see (if you try hard and pay close attention) real dinosaur tracks—those of theropods and sauropods. 140 million years ago, several adults were hurrying after someone younger.

But what you’ll actually see is just a faint trace, a distant echo, and the ocean.

If you need to feel why you're alive and what truly matters to you, you might find it here, at one of the westernmost edges of Eurasia—almost as far as the edge of the world—because the ocean roars so loudly that all you can hear...

If you’re planning to hike near Capo Espichel solely to see the dinosaur footprints, prepare for a letdown. The site consists of a few shallow impressions, said to be dinosaur tracks, but they may not be worth the trek if you’re expecting something spectacular. However, if you’re hiking for the experience itself, the trail offers stunning scenery. As you make your way from the clifftops down to the base, you’ll be treated to beautiful views of the Portuguese coastline and the Atlantic Ocean. It’s a scenic and enjoyable hike, showcasing the natural beauty...

Tracks on a near vertical cliff, you can’t get close to them but they are visible. However, regrettably I didn’t find them very impressive. There’s far better sites in Portugal. A second set of prints is alleged to exist nearby but I couldn’t find them. However, the spectacular and eerie scenery, interesting history and collection of abandoned religious and military buildings makes this a very special place, and the well marked paths to the track viewing areas are lovely to walk on. Recommended. But not mainly for...