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Ulmeiro
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Sobreira Formosa
6150, Praça do Comércio
Elm classified as a Living Monument of Public Interest. These trees can reach up to 30 meters in height, and their flowers, though scarce, can produce nuts. The wood from this type of tree is often highly sought after for making furniture, carpentry, or naval purposes.
Percurso Pedestre Rota dos Recantos e Encantos (PR5)
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EM544
6150, Proença-a-Nova
This trail begins and ends at the river beach of Alvito da Beira. It is 11.4 km long, takes about 3 hours, and has a medium level of difficulty. The main points of interest on this trail are the village of Alvito da Beira itself, Lameira da Mó, and Cova do Alvito.
Percurso Pedestre Rota das Conheiras (PR3)
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EN351
6150, Proença-a-Nova
This trail begins in the village of Sobral Fernando and is 10.6 km long, takes 3 hours, and is of medium difficulty. Points of interest include the Conheiras (extensive heaps of pebbles that testify to gold mining in Roman and medieval times) and the Várzea das Pedras Watermill and Reservoir.
Percurso Pedestre Os "Segredos do Vale do Almourão" (PR2)
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EN351
6150, Proença-a-Nova
The trail begins in the village of Sobral Fernando, is 6.5 km long, lasts 2 hours, and is of medium difficulty. It will be difficult to ignore the scenic beauty this trail offers. Its main points of interest are the Foz do Cobrão Reservoir, Mourão Valley (with a mandatory stop at the viewpoint overlooking this valley), and the Portas do Almourão. It ends in Carregais.
Gruta do Almonda
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Moinho da Fonte
2350, Torres Novas
A set of underground galleries, some fossil-bearing and others still active, stretching for about eight kilometers, with traces of successive occupations from the Paleolithic to the Roman period. The exploration begins through narrow galleries and small rooms. Amidst winding, narrow passages, the visitor finds prehistoric artifacts.
Mixões da Serra
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Valdreu
4730, Valdreu
Mixões da Serra is the ideal place to explore and experience landscapes, breathe fresh air, and reminisce about times left in the right places by nature and its people.
Serra da Cabreira
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Serra da Cabreira
4850, Cantelães
Serra da Cabeira is a 1,286-meter-high mountain range. This mountain range is part of the Peneda-Gerês mountain range. Here you'll find nature and wildlife.
Percurso Pedestre da Ponte da Misarela
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Aldeia de Sidrós
4850, Frades
This hiking trail begins in Sidrós and ends in the village of Salamonde, opposite the southern edge of the Peneda-Gerês National Park. Throughout, you'll admire lush green slopes framed by the blue waters of the Salamonde Reservoir. It's recommended to hike in spring or fall.
Parque Florestal da Serra da Cabreira
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Pinheiro
4850, Pinheiro
The mountainous terrain, attractive reservoirs, and clear waterways are Vieira do Minho's greatest assets. The Forest Park strives to preserve the bucolic nature of the Serra da Cabreira.
Trilho dos Olhos de Água do Alviela
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Olhos D' Água
2380, Alcanena
A hiking trail located along the Ribeira dos Amiais, a tributary of the Alviela River. Along the way, enjoy the vegetation and rocks, rare in the country.