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Oliveiras
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Oliveiras
6150, Proença-a-Nova
Typical beirã village, located only nine kilometres of Proença-a-Nova. The houses are in shale and the typically narrow streets. The friendliness and the hospitality are two unavoidable characteristics of the population of this village. Has nine houses which can be rented for one or more nights. The stay includes regional bread, cheese, olive oil of olives from Olives, piquette, medronho zone and firewood to keep your home comfortable. The activities available are various and contemplate the outdoors.
Cova de Alvito
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Cerejeira
6150, Proença-a-Nova
For several years, this village was uninhabited until, gradually, if were buying houses to recover, other rebuilt the rigor, without ever forgetting the shale, the traditional tile roofs and the Woods. The fountain has been recovered; energy is an alternative, since it has no power. Is another of the villages ideal for those seeking tranquility, calm, silence.
Alvito da Beira
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Alvito da Beira
6150, Proença-a-Nova
The village of Alvito da Beira may have been moorish in its origins. According to the historians, it was the moors who firstly introduced the olive trees in the region. By the early 20th century, ther were 10 olive oil presses in the parish. Small walls were built, of which there are still vestiges, to protect the olive trees. The architectural heritage includes the mother church, the crucifix, the font velha (old fountain), the Mó fountain, the fountain at Dáspera and the Sobraínho fountain. The craftswork includes tapestries, hand made shoes, iron objects and more.
Jardim da Praça da República
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Alameda da Praça da República
8500, Portimão
A wide, modern garden, located in the renewed Alameda da Praça da República. A pleasant space with a few garden benches and a fountain.
Jardim da Alameda dos Capitães
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Avenida do Doutor Antão de Carvalho
5050, Peso da Régua
Long Grove where you can walk along the river.
Miradouro de Santo António
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EM600
5050, Peso Da Régua
Views of Peso da Régua and neighbouring counties.
Barragem de Bagaúste
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Barragem de Bagaúste
5050, Bagaúste
A dam on the Douro river with imposing landscapes of vineyards with an amphitheatre shape. The most common fish species are the barbel, the nase, the carp and the chub. There is a river beach, a pier and access ramps. Swimming and the use of motor boats are permitted. Fishing and surfing are also allowed with certain restrictions.
Miradouro de São Leonardo da Galafura
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Galafura
5050, Peso da Régua
Between Peso da Régua and Pinhão, get out at Covalinhas to reach the São Leonardo peak and its chapel. This space was an inspiration to the poet Miguel Torga, with its views of the Douro valley. The river, way down below, slowly flows to the mouth. The rugged hillsides and the peaks. The nearest green vineyards disguise the dominant grey.
Rio Unhais
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Rio Unhais
3320, Pessegueiro
The Unhais River is one of the many tributaries of the Zêzere river and flows along the hillsides of the parish of Pampilhosa da Serra.
Rio Zêzere
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Rio Zêzere
3320, Portela do Fojo
The Zêzere river has its sping on the Estrela Mountain. It is the second major river that flows exclusively in Portugal, after the Mondego river.