The Vizela Boardwalks are one of the newest attractions in Minho, quickly becoming popular among both locals, who use them for running and walking, and visitors, who can explore a hidden side of Vizela and the northern coastal region of Portugal. This is a linear path, meaning that you must retrace your steps to return …
The Camino de Hierro (Tunnels Route) is one of Spain’s most well-known and popular trails. It’s also extremely popular among Portuguese hikers, so we made an exception and published this article. Although officially inaugurated only in 2022, it was already well-known to many due to its spectacular and grand nature. In this article, we explore …
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. …
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 …
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 …