Departing and arriving at Portela de Leonte and following ancient grazing trails, we will visit several corrals (Vidoal, Junco, Conho and Messe), with a climb to Borrageiro and sighting of various points of interest.
On this visit, it will be better understood why Tude Sousa described the oven, or hut, that shepherds still use to gather and shelter – “they are rough, light constructions, of dry stones, generally poorly arranged, some coated and others not of clods, covering the gaps. Some covered with Portuguese-style round tiles; other covered with clod, garnishing wide and slender stones. Its dimensions and capacity are not large: 2 to 2,50 meters in height, 2,50 and 3 meters in length, with low doors, where the man can pass bent over and the cattle do not enter them. Three to six, or eight people, is the most they will fit.”
Advices: Use of comfortable and adequate clothing (pants must be worn); recommended use of boots and wind breaks; sunscreen and cap; Water; Camera.
This hike is not recommended: pregnant women, people with obesity or with medical contraindications; people under 10 and over 65;
Conditions: Free lunch on behalf of the customer;
The walk is confirmed 2 days in advance and depends on weather conditions and the number of registered participants (minimum 6). Travel to the start of the walk in a vehicle, at the client’s expense.
Registration at the Reception Parque Cerdeira.
A different way of camping in Gerês.
