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Miradouro Novo da Pedra Bela
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- leisure
Vilar da Veiga
4845, Gerês
At this point one may take photographs of one of the prettiest landscapes in the parish, among the most impressive in Portugal. At an altitude of 829 metres, it has views of the entire Gerês valley and the Caniçada reservoir.
Cascata do Rio Arado
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Ermida
4845, Vilar da Veiga
At a distance of about 20 km from Terras de Bouro, on the southernmostr area of the Gerês mountain, the Arado waterfall is part of a lovely group of waterfalls and numerous brooks of the Peneda-Gerês Natural Park. The Arado waterfall stands out because the water falls on several hedges. It can be acceded by the EM (Nogueira/Portela do Vade), at a distance of 7 km from the waterfall.
Mata da Albergaria
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- leisure
EN308-1
4840, Terras de Bouro
A beautiful, luxurious forest, that represents the primitive forest. There is a also a trouts pool. In the summer the passing of cars is conditioned, sinc this is considered to be the only "virgin" forest in Portugal.
Cascata do Tahiti - Fecha das Barjas
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Vilar da Veiga
4845, Vilar da Veiga
A Cascata Fecha de Barjas, mais conhecida por Cascata do Tahiti, localiza-se em Vilar da Veiga e as suas águas são provenientes do Rio Arado. O seu acesso não é fácil, só sendo possível por caminhos pedestres algo sinuosos, mas vale a pena pela beleza natural do local.
Miradouro do Barranco do Demo
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- leisure
Rua Manuel Rodrigues Mitelo
8550, Monchique
Viewpoint in Alferce that affords a beautiful view over the mountain range.
Pulo do Lobo
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Pulo do Lobo
7750, Mértola
Surrounded by the parishes of Mértola and Serpa, this waterfall is quite beautiful. It is 13.5 metres high, in a rich geological area, where the river passes between two cliffs.
Miradouro do Castro de São João das Arribas
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- leisure
Aldeia Nova
5210-170, Miranda do Douro
This lookout offers one of the most beautiful views of the region. You may obtain direct panoramic to the Douro River, framed by green hills.
Cascata de Pitões das Júnias
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Pitões das Júnias
5470, Pitões das Júnias
The cascade of Pitões das Júnias in Peneda-Gerês National Park, is fueled by the crystal clear waters that pass near the monastery of Santa Maria das Júnias. Has a first drop of about 30 meters, followed by several others that allow a refreshing dip during the summer. This whole scenario is surrounded by a beautiful Oakwood centenary.
Miradouro do Farol da Ponta do Pargo
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- leisure
Rua do Farol
9385-251, Ponta do Pargo
A place with lovely views of the ocean and of the rocky formations that surround it.
Reserva Florestal de Recreio das Sete Fontes
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- leisure
Sete Fontes
9800-206, Velas
Recently officially opened in 1976, to offer visitors ample green areas, picnic areas, playground, playing fields, shelter houses and fences with animals of several species. We can also find here the Ermida de São João, the niche of San Isidro and the monument to the emigrant.