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Parque da Serra
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- leisure
Parises
8150, São Brás de Alportel
This unique park, with a large, centuries-old tree, offers a pleasant space with wooden tables and benches. It's ideal for gatherings with friends and family.
Percurso Pedestre Rota das Aldeias Históricas (GR22)
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Rua do Espírito Santo
6060, Idanha-a-Nova
Pedestrian path of great route that unites ten historic villages: Almeida, Castelo Mendo, Castelo Novo, Castelo Rodrigo, Linhares da Beira, Marialva, Piódão and Sortelha Monsanto. Is a circular route that in total covers approximately 540 kilometres, passing through the Natural Park of Serra da Estrela, Douro International Natural Park and the Natural Reserve of Serra da Malcata.
Valezim
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- heritage
Valezim
6270-621, Valezim
Aldeia do Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela. Conhecida pelas suas terras e construções graníticas, terá sido batizada assim por se tratar de um "vale pequeno".
Percurso Pedestre do Coentral - Rota dos Neveiros (PR3)
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Coentral
3280, Coentral
A hiking trail that leads hikers to Santo António da Neve, named after the former location where snow was collected to supply the Lisbon Court. The views are breathtaking, encompassing not only National Monuments but also the Atlantic Ocean and the Serra da Estrela mountains.
Mata do Desterro
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Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Desterro
6270-277, Seia
Forest area with about 136 acres, located in the southwest of the Serra da Estrela mountain range, at an altitude between 790 and 1061 meters. Its flora is diverse, predominantly pines-brave, chestnut and birch trees.
Folgosinho
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- heritage
Folgosinho
6290-081, Gouveia
Folgosinho, located on the north slope of Serra da Estrela, at an altitude of 930 metres, was the county seat until 1836. It is known for having been mentioned in the "Lusíadas", due to Viriato who, according to legend, was born here. It has a rich cultural heritage, highlighting the archaeological site of Outeiro, the medieval walls, the pillory and the church. The population dedicates itself, in its majority, to the pastoralism, being produced in this region the famous cheese of Serra da Estrela.
Parque Natural das Serras de Aire e Candeeiros
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Casais Monizes
2040-015, Alcobertas
Anyone unfamiliar with the Aire and Candeeiros mountain ranges might think that their elevations of 577 and 613 meters respectively would be nothing extraordinary in terms of landscape. However, this massif, stretching between Ourém in the north and Rio Maior in the south, is a veritable kingdom of (limestone) stone. Besides the two mountain ranges that give it its name, it includes the Serra de Mendiga, the Santo António Plateau, and part of the São Mamede Plateau. Also, noteworthy is the Dinosaur Footprints Natural Monument.
Cabeça
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- heritage
Cabeça
6270-021, Cabeça
Pequena aldeia em pleno Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela, perto de Loriga, pertencente ao concelho de Seia. Tem ganho dinamismo na altura das festas, quando se transforma em Aldeia Natal.
Paisagem de Castanheira da Serra
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Estrada Cruz Castanheira a Gralhas
3320, Fajão
Passeio pela Serra D'Arga
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Arga de Baixo
4910, Arga de Baixo
The pedestrian walk may start at the Monastery of Saint João of Arga, after a brief visit of that building. Follow the Vezeira Trail, a typical trail where the cattle used to pass in the days of old. The Arga Mountain has a wide high plain on the top, the Chã Grande. At that point, there is a trail that is signaled by the Clube de Celtas do Minho (Celts Club of Minho), according to the criteria of the Federação Portuguesa de Campismo (Portuguese Camping Federation). It is a small walk.