Guided walking tour of Monte da Picota, overlooking the village of Campo do Gerês, from where you can see far down the Vale do Rio Homem. You feel like stopping every moment of the route to observe the stunning landscape over the Vale do Rio Homem or the flight of the eagle that leaves from…
Seguindo pelo troço da Via Romana (Geira) entre as milhas XXVIII e XXXI, passamos um frondoso bosque de carvalhos (Quercus robur), formando um ambiente rico em biodiversidade, mesmo sobranceiro à albufeira de Vilarinho das Furnas. Depois de sair da via temos um bonito bosque de medronheiros (Arbutus unedo), mesmo por baixo da emblemática Fraga de Sarilhão, local onde em tempos nidificava a Águia Real.
The activities in the “Horta Pedagógica” promote contact with the natural cycles of plants, raise awareness of the importance of natural resources and stimulate creativity in reducing household waste. We use traditional and eco-friendly techniques to encourage a healthier lifestyle and diet and promote physical and psychological well-being, taking home the experience and knowledge gained…
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…
Walk to Minas dos Carris, with a guided tour of the mining complex. Arriving at the Carris, there is a lunch break (lunch at the customer's expense), followed by a visit to the mines with an explanation of the most important aspects of mining activity at the time of World War II. There is a…
It still impresses the rurality of the places of Brufe, Cutelo and Cortinhas, with the canastros, the sundial and the quelhas among the typical granite houses very characteristic of the region. The smell of earth, hay and flowers are also other rarities offered in different seasons. Advices: Comfortable clothing; Comfortable shoes, preferably boots; Do not…
The walk starts and ends in Junceda, going to Sillhas dos Ursos (hives) and visiting the Miradouro de Junceda. Advices: Wear pants and comfortable shoes, preferably boots; Do not carry unnecessary load; Bring water; Bring a camera. Conditions: Registration must be confirmed at least 1 day in advance. Travel to the starting point of the…
Pedestrian trail guided by the mountain, near the Mata de Albergaria, Biosphere reserve. It starts in Leonte, next to the forest house. It is part of the Borrageiro trail, much appreciated by Miguel Torga, passing through two emblematic corrals of the Serra do Gerês, the Vidoal and the Raiz. Advices: Comfortable clothing; Comfortable shoes, preferably…
Guided walking tour along mile XXXIII of Geira Romana, on the banks of the Homem River, in the middle of Mata da Albergaria. Travel by vehicle to the starting point of the walk. Advices: Comfortable footwear; Bring water; Do not carry unnecessary cargo. Conditions: Registration must be confirmed at least 1 day in advance. Registration at…
The walk starts and ends at Parque Cerdeira. It develops towards the south, passing by Veiga de S. João until the bridge of Eixões, going up the ridge to reach the village of Covide, we have on the right side the oak Paredes and on the left side, the granitic massif of Chalcedon. Return to…
Guided hike through the Lamas plateau, northeast of the Fenda da Calcedónia, with a visit to the Boneca viewpoint and two Pilriteiros forests (Crataegus monoggyna). Along the way, you can see interesting rock formations marked by erosion. Advices: Comfortable clothing; Comfortable shoes, preferably boots; Do not carry unnecessary load; Bring water; Bring a camera.…
In a completely natural setting, the challenge is to beat a hill using various parallel-rope maneuvering techniques, via ferrata, slide, climbing on a granite wall and rappelling. Safe and accessible activity for most people. Comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended. Pants must be worn. The registration must be confirmed at least 2 day in advance…
