13 June, 2025 In Biking & Cycling, Camino de Santiago, Douro Valley, Northern Portugal, Peneda-Gerês National Park, Walking & Hiking

7 Destinations Near the Camino de Santiago Worth Visiting

Discover 8 enchanting destinations near the Camino de Santiago – from coastal sanctuaries to vineyard valleys. Whether you’re seeking nature, culture or tranquillity, explore what lies beyond the Way. Authentic, unforgettable places in Northern Portugal and Galicia await....

21 February, 2025 In Northern Portugal, Peneda-Gerês National Park, Walking & Hiking

Living in Harmony and Tradition: Community Life in the Peneda-Gerês National Park

The Peneda-Gerês National Park is a region in Northern Portugal, rich in culture, history, and traditions. Comprising several picturesque villages, with a welcoming community always ready to greet visitors, it is a destination you won’t want to miss....

9 November, 2024 In Biking & Cycling, Camino de Santiago, Douro Valley, History & Culture, Peneda-Gerês National Park, Slow Travel, Walking & Hiking

How to Travel Quickly to Northern Portugal

Discover the fastest ways to reach Northern Portugal, from flights to scenic drives. Explore the best travel options to make your journey smooth and quick, allowing more time to enjoy the region's rich culture and breathtaking landscapes....

27 August, 2024 In Biking & Cycling, Food & Wine, History & Culture, Peneda-Gerês National Park, Slow Travel

The best places to cycle in Northern Portugal

Explore the best cycling routes in Northern Portugal, from the Alto Minho’s cultural landscapes to the scenic Atlantic Coast. Enjoy diverse trails for all levels, with stunning views, charming towns, and rich heritage at every turn....

16 July, 2024 In Biking & Cycling, Camino de Santiago, Douro Valley, Food & Wine, History & Culture, Northern Portugal, Peneda-Gerês National Park, Slow Travel, Walking & Hiking

5 self-guided tours to enjoy in 2025

Discover five self-guided tours in Northern Portugal for 2025, offering unique experiences from cycling the Douro Valley to walking the Camino. Enjoy flexible itineraries, rich culture, and scenic landscapes at your own pace....

10 October, 2023 In Douro Valley, Peneda-Gerês National Park, Walking & Hiking

Explore the Best of Northern Portugal on Foot

The north of Portugal is a truly beautiful and varied destination that never fails to enchant its visitors....

8 February, 2020 In Atlantic Coast, History & Culture, Peneda-Gerês National Park

Walking Peneda-Gerês National Park: Community Lifestyles in the Mountain Villages

When you visit the traditional villages of Portugal’s mountainous Peneda-Gerês National Park, it can feel as though you’re stepping back in time....

10 February, 2019 In Peneda-Gerês National Park

7 Things You’ll Discover In Peneda-Gerês National Park

Portugal may only have one national park but the P en ed a-Gerês is so vast and diverse that it contains everything you could expect from a wild, mountainous landscape and...

19 December, 2018 In Camino de Santiago, Douro Valley, Peneda-Gerês National Park, Walking & Hiking

Highlighted Self-guided Walking Holidays in Portugal for 2019

Thanks to our commitment and passion, our satisfied clients come back to us time after time for new and improved walking routes and experiences in Northern Portugal. Read on to discover our key self-guided tours for 2019....

20 April, 2016 In Peneda-Gerês National Park, Walking & Hiking

Walking in Peneda-Gerês National Park

The weather was grim the day I went to the Peneda-Gerês National Park but I ended up seeing more of its rugged landscapes than I'd anticipated....

Peneda-Gerês National Park