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Miradouro de Tendais
- country
- leisure
EN321
4690, Cinfães
This spot offers breathtaking views of the surrounding region, offering a truly privileged balcony overlooking the Douro River and the town of Cinfães. It features a fountain and stone benches and tables.
Jardim Serpa Pinto
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- leisure
Rua Doutor Flávio Resende
4690, Cinfães
A garden located near the Cinfães Parish Church, where you can see the bust of African explorer Serpa Pinto. This pleasant space offers plenty of shade, a few fountains, and garden benches.
Barragem de Idanha / Barragem Marechal Carmona
- beach
- country
Idanha-a-Nova
6060, Idanha-a-Nova
Gravity dam located on the Pônsul River in the Tagus River Basin, near a narrow granite gorge above the Idanha-a-Nova Campinas. The most common fish species are largemouth bass, barbel, boga, carp, and bordalo.
Lago Artificial de Idanha-a-Nova
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- country
Idanha-a-Nova
6060, Idanha-a-Nova
A small artificial lake, surrounded by pleasant green areas.
Miradouro de Penha Garcia
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- leisure
Largo da Igreja
6060, Idanha-a-Nova
The Penha Garcia Lookout overlooks the towering cliffs that support the dam of the same name, whose reservoir can also be seen, featuring information panels. The views of the lush green hills and the river are magnificent.
Idanha-a-Velha
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- heritage
Idanha-a-Velha
6060, Idanha-a-Nova
A small village located on the right bank of the Pônsul River, it is believed to have been the imposing city of Egitânia during the Visigothic period. Before the Visigoths, it is believed to have been inhabited by the Lusitanians and Romans. The Islamic invasion destroyed much of the remains of previous civilizations, although some monuments from the Roman era still survive (part of the walls, a semi-cylindrical tower, a large gate, remains of roads, and a bridge over the Pônsul River). From the Manueline period, one can appreciate the doors and windows, and even the Cathedral (which blends a …
Monsanto
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- heritage
Monsanto
6060, Idanha-a-Nova
A small village located on the slopes of Cabeço de Monsanto, at an altitude of 758 meters, known as "the most Portuguese village in Portugal." Wild nature and human construction combine in a harmonious combination, resembling, from a distance, a stone fortress. The houses are "invaded" by enormous granite boulders that serve as floors, walls, and ceilings. A settlement of military origins, it was here that, according to legend, Viriato withstood a seven-year siege. Monsanto Castle was recaptured from the Arabs.
Miradouro do Santuário da Nossa Senhora da Penha
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- leisure
Santuário da Nossa Senhora da Penha
3600, Castro Daire
The viewpoint is located in the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora da Penha, from where you can enjoy a wonderful view of the village of Alva and the Serra de Montemuro.
Miradouro do Penedo da Saudade
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- leisure
Gafanhão
3600, Castro Daire
A lookout point perched on a cliff, with iron-framed stairs offering magnificent views of the Montemuro Mountains, São Macário Mountains, and Arada Mountains. A notable tile panel reads: "It's worth going to Pena, coming to Penedo da Saudade, taking paper and a pen and saying goodbye to the city."
Miradouro de Ferreira do Zêzere
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- leisure
São Pedro
2240, Ferreira do Zêzere
From this spot you can enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the Castelo de Bode reservoir and the surrounding green hills.