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Ecopista Escola Agrícola da Paiã

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Estrada da Paiã
1675, Pontinha

Odivelas

Situated in Agricultural vocational school Dinis, on Horse, the Ecopista is destined to hiking and cycling and allows the user to follow paths that in effect, almost magical, make the person feel part and parcel of the landscape he traverses. The moment is opportune to observe sheep, cattle and horses and contemplate the flight of birds and know herbs and shrubs perfume the paths. The space ensures moments of tranquillity allies the exercise of maintaining good physical and psychological shape the Ecopista power.

Paisagem Protegida das Lagoas de Bertiandos e São Pedro d'Arcos

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Lagoas de Bertiandos e São Pedro d'Arcos
4990, Bertiandos

Ponte de Lima

The Bertiandos and São Pedro d'Arcos Lagoons develop around two lagoons and the banks of the Estorãos River, where the autochthonous spontaneous hydrophilic vegetation predominates. In this space it is possible to find species of rich and fertile vegetation, essential for the functioning of the river ecosystem, which are spread in wet and non-humid areas, pastures and other natural landscapes. About 80 plant species are considered rare or on the verge of extinction. It has several routes, always in contact with nature, and many activities related to the environment, from summer workshops, to adventure sports or equestrian activities. Guided tours …

Gruta do Carvão

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Rua do Paim
9500-230, Ponta Delgada

Ponta Delgada

This geologic formation of volcanic origin has approximately 1650 meters in length and an average height of two to three meters, and there are places where more than five meters. The width is very variable, sometimes reaching 10 metres. Be sure to repair, on the ceiling, in the beautiful stalactites of lávica origin, with conical shapes and smooth surfaces.

Ponta da Ferraria

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Ponta da Ferraria
9555, Ginetes

Ponta Delgada

A space classed as a regional natural monument and a protected landscape. It has privileged views of the sea and of a pseudo-crater that was formed as a result of small vapour explosions due to the contact of the lava with the sea. There is a thermal complex and natural pools.

Passadiços de Fiães

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Rua Rio Uima
4505-335, Santa Maria da Feira

Santa Maria da Feira

Parte integrante do Parque das Ribeiras, em Fiães, estes passadiços caracterizam-se pela beleza da paisagem circundante. Parque com acessibilidade para pessoas de mobilidade reduzida e deficiências visuais, ao longo dos percursos encontrará painéis informativos sobre a flora e fauna existente no local.

Gruta da Furninha

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Estrada Marginal Sul, 184
2520-557, Peniche

Peniche

Também conhecida como Cova Dominique, localiza-se numa falésia entre o Cabo Carvoeiro e o Forte de Peniche, e é uma cavidade natural localizada a cerca de 15 metros acima do nível do mar e que foi ocupada durante o período Paleolítico Médio e o final do Calcolítico, sendo a mais importante estação pré-histórica do concelho. Funcionou como abrigo e necrópole, fornecendo um vasto espólio arqueológico, que pode ser conhecido em vários museus, entre os quais o Municipal de Peniche.

Ilhéu da Papoa

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Papoa
2520, Peniche

Peniche

On the outskirts of Peniche there is a volcanic breach known as islet of Papoa. This rocky formation is a rather sought after fishing spot with lovely sea views.

Reserva Natural das Berlengas

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Arquipélago das Berlengas
2520-644, Peniche

Peniche

Islands located to the northeast of Peniche and the Cape Carvoeiro, a granite formation that is about 280 millions of years old. The largest is the Berlenga Island, but there are several smaller islands around it (Cerro da Velha, Estela and Meda do Norte, among others). It is one of the main nestling and refuge spots for sea birds and also houses a series of other species. Among the animals, a special note to the presence of lizards, namely the ocellated lizard, and among the plants, many herbal species.

Gruta das Agulhas

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EM509, 185
9700, Porto Judeu

Angra do Heroísmo

This characteristic lava tube is one of the main attractions of Porto Judeu, due to its curious characteristics and location. This cave was formed due to the eruption of the Algar do Carvão Volcano. Its name comes from some sedimentary formations on the walls and ceiling of the cave, in needle shape.

Furnas do Enxofre

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ER5-2
9700, Porto Judeu

Angra do Heroísmo

Place where several volcanic phenomena take place, as the fumaroles, which send hot gases and water vapors resulting from the infiltration of rain. They are classified as Regional Natural Monument.

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