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Albufeira do Lindoso
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Barragem do Lindoso
4980, Lindoso
Reservoir located on the Lima River, near the border between the Soajo and Amarela mountains. The most common fish species are trout, barbel, and boga. Sports and leisure activities are subject to restrictions.
Museu do Quartzo
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Barral
4980-741, Vila Chã
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Peace houses the largest collection of quartz crystals in the country. Hundreds of specimens can be seen and appreciated both inside and outside the museum.
Percurso no Parque Peneda-Gerês
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Germil
4980, Germil
Peneda-Gerês National Park is one of Portugal's greatest natural attractions, due to its rare and impressive scenic beauty and ecological value and variety of fauna and flora.
Percurso do Centro Histórico de Ponte da Barca
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Rua Diogo Bernardes
4980, Ponte da Barca
This trail can begin at the Fonte de São João, a Baroque fountain. Continue walking past the cross and the beautiful Azenha. There are many interesting places to visit, such as the Casa da Fonte Velha, the Casa do Relógio do Sol, the Igreja da Misericórdia, the Largo da Guarda Fiscal houses, and the Casa Nobre do Correio Mor. Finish the trail next to the Igreja Matriz and Casa de Farias; a few meters ahead, you'll find the starting point.
Germil
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Germil
4980, Germil
A traditional village nestled between valleys and mountains in the fertile Serra Amarela region. It features traditional houses and stone sidewalks.
Ermida
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Ermida
4980, Ermida
Located on the northwestern slope of the mountain range, this village preserves a large number of thatched-roofed houses made of loose stone. The 18th-century main church and the 12th-century memorial are noteworthy. Traditional costumes are still worn today.
Percurso Pedestre dos Moinhos de Parada
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Parada
4980, Lindoso
A hiking trail known as a short route, in the parish of Lindoso, near Parada. The walk includes a passage through dense vegetation and old abandoned mills, as well as along the beautiful slopes of the Lima River. A highlight is the natural pool known as Poço da Gola, where you can enjoy a unique and paradisiacal space.
Igreja Matriz de São Martinho de Crasto
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Mosteiro
4980-246, Crasto
A Romanesque temple from the late 12th century, it belonged to the former Monastery of the Canons Regular of Saint Augustine. Construction began in 1136, with expansions taking place in the 16th and 18th centuries. The Baroque elements date from the latter.
Espigueiros do Lindoso
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Castelo
4980-451, Lindoso
Lindoso's granaries are narrow and have upright walls. They are concentrated around a single rectangular threshing floor, reflecting the importance of collective labor typical of mountain communities.
Ponte Medieval de Ponte da Barca
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Choupal do Côrro
4980-614, Ponte da Barca
Built in the early 15th century, it underwent restoration work in 1761 and 1896. It has ten arches supported by sturdy pillars with carved columns. The two central arches are from the 18th-century renovation, while the others are from the original construction.