The hike of Águia do Sarilhão is quite curious, as it alternates between some of the most beautiful landscapes in Portugal and long stretches on the side of the road. Furthermore, passing by the Vilarinho da Furna dam is ideal for those who like to combine hiking with diving on river beaches and natural lagoons. …
Looking for the best places to swim in Gerês National Park? You’ve come to the right place. This guide features the best natural pools in the park, from the most famous swimming spots to hidden gems that few visitors ever discover. We’ve been exploring Gerês National Park for years and have visited every natural pool …
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 …
In recent years, Portugal has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Travelers come to experience our culture and history and also to enjoy the beautiful beaches, delicious cuisine, and warm weather. This article will explore everything you need to know before traveling to Portugal. To help you better understand, we …
Porto is the second most important city in Portugal, after Lisbon. It is a big city, the capital of the north, but, at the same time, it has a small and charming historic center, where you can find important historical monuments, but at the same time, typical houses with clothes drying on the veranda. Porto …
The Albergaria forest trail is in the Peneda Gerês National Park – a circular trail with only about 5 km that starts and finishes at Portela do Homem (on the border with Spain). Despite walking through one of the most beautiful parts of the National Park, crossing two beautiful waterfalls with lakes and the Albergaria …
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 …