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 …
The Schist Village Route (PR1 LSA) is one of the most popular in the Lousã Mountains, and it’s easy to understand why. This circular walking trail is officially 5.7 km long. It takes us from the mythical Arouce Castle (Lousã Castle) to three of the most beautiful Schist villages: Talasnal, Chiqueiro, and Casal Novo. Finally, …
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 Sanguinho trail is one of the most popular on the island of São Miguel, Azores, and it’s easy to understand why. This circular walking trail is officially 4.5 km long and takes us to the mythical ghost village of Sanguinho, the idyllic Salto do Prego waterfall. It is also possible to easily extend it …
The Serra Devassa trail (PRC05 SMI) runs through part of the Sete Cidades protected area in Serra Devassa on the island of São Miguel, Azores. The official route is a small circular trail measuring 4.9 km that takes us to several volcanic cones and small lagoons. The extension to Grota do Inferno is another 2 …