The Mondego Walkways are one of the new ways to enjoy the magnificent landscapes of the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, one of Portugal’s natural wonders. Although they are one of the most recent national walkways, they are already one of the best walkways in Portugal. Located in Guarda, the Mondego footbridges connect the village …
In this article, we will explore the most beautiful waterfalls in Portugal, from north to south, highlighting their beauty, the best way to enjoy them, and how to get there. Many are in the north and central areas, as they are the most mountainous regions and have the most rivers. Whether just to see or …
The Fisgas do Ermelo trail (PR3 – Mondim de Basto) is a circular trail with about 13 km that starts and ends in Ermelo, Mondim de Basto, passing by several viewpoints of the Alvão Natural Park, and whose high point is Fisgas do Ermelo, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Portugal. In our opinion, …
Portuguese sweet bread is a traditional sweet bread associated with Easter traditions but also with other typical festivals such as All Saints’ Day or even the day of the city of Santa Maria da Feira. Nowadays, sweet bread cannot be missing from the tables of Portuguese houses on Easter Sunday. Still, its importance goes well …
Braga is known as Portuguese Rome because of its 82 churches, 76 chapels, two sanctuaries, and one cathedral. But the city is much more than just churches, it is full of history, Romanesque streets, palaces, and gardens. It is also the heart of the Minho region. Come find out the best things to do in …
Madeira is a fabulous adventure destination full of natural attractions, walks, and waterfalls. This article will focus on the ten most beautiful waterfalls in Madeira, including the most famous ones like Véu da Noiva and lesser-known ones like Garganta Funda. Besides being one of the world’s most beautiful islands to visit, Madeira is a paradise …
Portugal is a hiker’s paradise, with diverse landscapes and terrains that enchant almost everyone—from the peaks of Serra da Estrela to the forests of the Peneda Gerês National Park, passing through the landscapes of the Alentejo and Algarve coast. In Portugal, we can find trails for all types of walkers, from the easier and accessible …
Portugal has a long history, diverse landscapes, and many beautiful cities scattered across the country. In this article, we will explore some of the most beautiful cities in Portugal, from north to south, including the islands. Portuguese cities are characterized mainly by their beautiful and charming historical centers, sometimes still with defensive walls, but also …
With a network of canals connected to the Ria de Aveiro with bridges and boats (called Moliceiro), Aveiro is sometimes called the Venice of Portugal. It is also famous for its salt flats, cod fishing, and sweet eggs deserts. It’s a city with a lot to explore. Come and discover what to do and visit …
Aletria is an ancient and traditional Christmas dessert in Portugal. It’s a simple sweet made with few ingredients, usually cooked at home by grandmothers. Despite slowly falling into disuse, it is delicious and tastes like Christmas. Aletria is made with a very thin pasta, also called Aletria, which is very similar to vermicelli. It has …