Classified, since 1978, as a Property of Public Interest, the village of Piódão is located in the vicinity of Montes Hermínios and is one of the oldest villages in the country, with the uniqueness of its cluster, surrounded by an extensive mantle of green. The origin of the village was due to the need for concentration and settlement of the shepherds who lived in the vicinity. Its landscape and architectural set is remarkable (schist being the main material used in construction). Due to its difficult access, the village is known for the escape of known criminals. The parish's four chapels …

Within the Termas da Ferraria, the restaurant, which receives the same name, alia health, taste and well-being, thanks to the knitting of dishes based on vegetables, fruit and fresh fish. To accompany the meal, is also made available a list of wines among which we highlight the typical of the region of the Azores. During the week, dinners are served upon reservation.

Sob a alçada do Chef Pedro Moura Bessa, este restaurante oferece pratos diferentes, um pouco de todo o mundo, numa deliciosa fusão de sabores.

Neste Restaurant & GinHouse, servem-se bons pratos de cozinha de fusão, num ambiente moderno e acolhedor.

Offers great views of the village.

Villages with schist houses in the Piódão area.

Located near the village of Piódão, this is where the Ribeiras de Piódão and Chãs D´Égua meet, creating a magnificent water mirror. The setting could not be more beautiful, with the proximity of two mills, a wine press and blocks of stone carved by the current of the streams.

Dam on the Alva River, Mondego Hydrographic Basin, used to control river floods and to divert the inflows to Aguieira, through a tunnel.

Stroll through a typical beira's village.

River beach located on the Alva River, surrounded by poplars and willow trees. In the summer, it is very popular with bathers, as the course of the water and the various dams that exist here favor the practice of extreme sports.