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Boca do Inferno
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Avenida Rei Humberto II de Itália
2750-800, Cascais
It is the most spectacular natural accident of the geological formation of coasting calcareous stone showing erosion from rain water. It once might have been a cave sculpted on the rock by rain water and the strength of the waves, which cealing ended up collapsing.
Pedras Parideiras
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CM1237
4540, Castanheira
A unique phenomenon in Portugal, quite rare in the world, that consists of rocks that grow and set free from the "mother-rock", hence the name of "pedras parideiras".
Ecopista do Corgo
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Rua do Noval, 2
5450-287, Telões
A Ecopista do Corgo resulta da recuperação da antiga linha ferroviária, que unia Vila Pouca de Aguiar a Vila Real, e que foi desativada em 1990. È uma via que permite a circulação a pé, de bicicleta ou a cavalo.
Serra da Padrela
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Serra da Padrela
5450, Vila Pouca de Aguiar
Located to the south of Chaves, between Valpaços and Vila Pouca de Aguiar, this hill belongs to the Old Massif of Trás-os-Montes and has a length of 10 km. From the top one enjoys views of the entire region, with a special note to Oura, Vidago and Vilarinho.
Serra do Alvão
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Serra do Alvão
5450, Pensalvos
A part of the Alvão Natural Park, it is located to the west of Vila Pouca de Aguiar, in the continuation of the north of the Marão Mountain. It reaches its peak at an altitude of 1330 metres at Cravelas. Once named Eiró mountain, the Alvão mountaijn is also known by other names, such as Ordem mountain or Sabugueiro mountain, among others, according to the villages. It stands out for its granite massif and because there it is mainly composed of plains. It was ocupied by man since antiquity as the existence of many menhirs testifies. It has magnificent landscapes …
Paisagem Protegida da Arriba Fóssil da Costa da Caparica
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Estrada Florestal - Praia da Rainha
2825-412, Costa da Caparica
Overlooking the so-called “Terras da Costa”, the approximately 13 km of this area of protected landscape, between Cova do Vapor (Costa da Caparica) and Lagoa de Albufeira, are a set of beautiful erosion forms, with high geological and paleontological interest. There, traces of living beings can be found, namely of plant origin. In areas adjacent to the cliff (pine forests of Medos and Aroeira) we can find some typical flora of the area.
Mini-Trem Turístico da Penha
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Penha
4810, Penha
A small tourism train that goes along the Penha and reveals the beauty of every corner there.i
Piscina Natural da Pontinha do Topo
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Ponta do Topo
9875, Topo
Natural pools of great beauty, resulting from volcanic rocks.
Poças Vicente Dias
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Fajã Grande
9850-070, Calheta
Natural pools of clear waters, located next to the parque de campismo da Calheta, just 30 metres from the sea. Offers fantastic panoramic views over the islands of Pico and Faial. In addition to some nice dives, you can practice sport fishing and diving.
Centro de Educação Ambiental de Vinha de Mouros
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Rua Vinha de Mouros
4860-414, Cabeceiras de Basto
A forest area that stretches from the town until Ranha and Gragilde, in Painzela. There are several valuable vegetable species and a varied number of local animals. Besides that, the Centre also has sports and leisure infrastructures.