Peneda-Gerês National Park is an authentic paradise for nature lovers, offering many stunning landscapes and outdoor activities. Among its many treasures, the natural wells and lagoons, in addition to being refreshing, stand out as points of unique beauty and tranquility (well, at least some of them). These natural lagoons in Gerês are formed by the …
Peneda Geres National Park is known for its natural landscapes, trails, viewpoints, traditional villages, wells, and waterfalls. Some are extraordinarily well-known, such as Sete Lagoas do Xertelo, Poço Azul, or Poço Verde, and others are less so. This article will focus on the Teixo well and waterfall, one of the least well-known in Serra do …
The Brandas do Sistelo trail is one of the best trails in Portugal and one of the best ways to explore the Sistelo region, one of our favorites in northern Portugal. Also known as the PR14 Arcos de Valdevez, the Brandas do Sistelo trail is 8.5 km long and can be completed in 4 to …
Poço Verde is among the best-known and most popular spots in the Peneda-Gerês National Park. Located relatively close to Fafião, known as the village of the wolf, this is a lagoon (or poço as many Geres mountain lagoons are called) of extraordinary beauty, with crystalline green waters and relatively easy access. In this article, we …
The Peneda-Gerês National Park has an incredible diversity of viewpoints, waterfalls, lagoons, and beaches. Some are already well known, but the National Park is huge and still has some well-kept secrets. In this article, we will discuss Poço do Dola (Dola Lagoon) and its waterfall, explaining how to get there and what to expect from …