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This is the route that you can get to know Serra Amarela in full: one of the four mountains that are part of the Peneda-Gerês National Park mountain system. Characterized by the granite formation and with 1364 meters of altitude, this is the mountain with a magnificent beauty landscape, that you will want to stop to photograph and enjoy the nature around you. Let yourself the enchanted by the most old and historic village, the dams, viewpoints with breathtaking views, and the enigmatic forests of the Peneda Gerês National Park.
You will stop at the most known and historic spots of the park, making this a culturally unique experience in contact with nature in its pure state away from the crowds.
This course is about 60 km with 1400 meters of drop, mostly on dirt tracks, was designed for anyone with a moderate physics and technique level, and can be tailored to the skills of each client.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick-up at your accommodation and drop-off at the same location, the reserve price increases by 25 euros/person for this service.
Rua da Cruz, nº 584, lugar de Tamente, 4980-315 Tamente, Ponte da Barca
Itinerary
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This trail begins in Vilarinho das Furnas where you can find a dam framed between the Serra Gerês and Serra Amarela that provides us with a beautiful landscape. As a result of the construction of the dam, an old village is submerged which is visible only when the water level drops.
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Albergaria Forest is one of the main and most beautiful forests of Peneda Gerês National Park, has green and secular oaks that bring a mystical surrounding to this place. It is considered one of the Biogenetic Reserves of the European Continent due to the variety and richness of this ecosystem. In order to preserve the natural beauty of the forest, a set of rules were applied for the visit of the place.
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It is located on the border with Spain at 822 meters of altitude. You can find here a river with several waterfalls and natural pools with pure and crystal-clear water that makes this an ideal place to cool in the summer.
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Lindoso is one of the most beautiful mountain villages of Alto Minho with about 1300 inhabitants dedicated mainly to agriculture and breeding cattle. Here you can find a 13th-century castle, which had the important role of defending Portugal from past conflicts with Spain. It is currently classified as a National Monument from where you have a privileged view of the Lindoso reservoir. Throughout the village, you can still find sets of granaries from the XVIII and XIX centuries, which are still used today.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It's mandatory to know how to ride a bike
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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