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Miradouro de São João da Pesqueira
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São João da Pesqueira
5130, São João Da Pesqueira
From the São João da Pesqueira Viewpoint it is possible to enjoy a beautiful panoramic landscape, with a great view of the valleys and the region's characteristic soil.
Quinta da Azenha
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Alhais
3650, Vila Nova de Paiva
This very pleasant and well-kept farmhouse has wooden tables and benches, a sheltered barbecue and a picnic area delimited by a wooden fence. In addition, there is a café-terrace, WC, shaded areas and a river beach.
Folgosinho
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Folgosinho
6290-081, Gouveia
Folgosinho, located on the north slope of Serra da Estrela, at an altitude of 930 metres, was the county seat until 1836. It is known for having been mentioned in the "Lusíadas", due to Viriato who, according to legend, was born here. It has a rich cultural heritage, highlighting the archaeological site of Outeiro, the medieval walls, the pillory and the church. The population dedicates itself, in its majority, to the pastoralism, being produced in this region the famous cheese of Serra da Estrela.
Sabugueiro
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Sabugueiro
6270-151, Seia
Located on a plain above the Alva river, Sabugueiro is the highest village in Portugal (an altitude of 1050 metres). It started from the shacks of sheperds that used the mountain's pastures for their sheep and their goats. The engraving on the rock by the Canariz Fountain is a testimony to the peopling of the area in remote times. Even though there are still shepherds and related activities (wool and cheese production), rural tourism has developed in the last few years and there are several typical houses currently adapted. The shpherds still move to the Douro region in the winter …
Penhas Douradas
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Penhas Douradas
6260-200, Penhas Douradas
É uma aldeia de montanha localizada na Serra da Estrela, a cerca de 1300 metros de altitude. A sua designação deve-se à formação geológica aqui existente. Tornou-se numa estância de referência no turismo de natureza, destacando-se a vista sobre o vale glaciar do Rio Zêzere.
Penhas da Saúde
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Penhas da Saúde
6200-324, Penhas da Saúde
Aldeia de montanha, situada a cerca de 1.500 metros de altitude, que apresenta uma bonita paisagem sobre o planalto e a montanha. Localizada no coração da Serra da Estrela, aqui funciona um resort de inverno.
Covão d'Ametade
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EN338
6260, Manteigas
Covão de origem glaciar, localizado no sopé do maciço do Cântaro Magro, onde nasce o rio Zêzere. Pode fazer-se campismo que beneficia dos chamados crevunais, que são relvados naturais.
Gavião
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Gavião
5360, Vila Flor
Town built in the Low Middle Ages, made up of a group of granite houses arranged in narrow streets, where there is also a chapel with a bell ring and a cross. Currently, this village is in ruins and abandoned. Only some of the houses still function, serving as buildings to support agricultural activity.
Miradouro do Santuário da Nossa Senhora da Assunção
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Vilas Boas
5360, Vila Flor
A place offering beautiful panoramic views over the entire region.
Miradouro do Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Lapa
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Vila Flor
5360, Vila Flor
A privileged place to get a general overview of Vila Flor. There is also a panoramic swing on site.