Despite being in the center of Portugal, Serra da Malcata Natural reserve is one of the most secluded regions in the country. There are barely any paved roads, and there are no villages inside the reserve – though there are a few on its surroundings, Vale do Espinho, Malcata, Meimão, and Meimoa. Besides, it’s clearly …
Located in the center of Portugal, the Schist villages (Aldeias do Xisto) are one of Portugal’s hidden secrets (well, not anymore). This network of villages, where the schist is predominant, is charming, rustic, and an award-winning destination. In this post, we are exploring the best schist villages in central Portugal, because you won’t be able …
We first heard about Penedo Furado because of its beautiful river beach, one of the most popular in central Portugal. We then discovered it had a walkway and decided to explore the area further, where we found waterfalls, a lookout, and a rare 480 million-year-old fossil. Well, this must be worth a visit, right? As …
The São Simão trail has everything we love on a trail. It has the proper distance, is circular, and features several attractions spread along the way. It’s not too crowded, and most importantly, it boasts extraordinary natural beauty. This is a trail that can be done both ways, and it has two possible starting points, …
Foz Coa is a small city in Portugal’s interior, where the Coa River merges into the Douro. In fact, “Foz Coa” in Portuguese means Coa mouth. Although the scenery in Foz Coa is astonishing, the biggest attraction is clearly the Coa Archeological Park and Museum. Here, we will explain how to visit the Paleolithic engravings …