With wild Garrano horses, wolf traps and a traditional mountain village, this walk encapsulates some of the highlights of Peneda-Gerês National Park and provides an insight into the traditional way of life in the Soajo Mountains.
Enjoy the views and learn about fascinating local history as you follow a Roman road and trails through beautiful countryside near Campo do Gerês on this easy 1-day guided walking tour of Peneda-Gerês National Park.
Experience the best of Northern Portugal. We’ve picked the best parts of some of our favourite walking tours to create an unforgettable itinerary.
1 week self-guided walking holiday amid the magnificent mountain scenery and rural communities of Portugal's Peneda-Gerês National Park.
Hiking through rugged mountains and deep valleys; oak, pine and eucalyptus forests; and crystal-clear rivers, expansive lakes and enchanting waterfalls, you will spot birds of prey, semi-wild Garrano horses, long-horned Cacheno cattle and loyal Castro Laboreiro sheepdogs.
The rich ethnographic and historical heritage includes ancient wolf traps, stone shepherd’s shelters, the medieval castle of Lindoso, stone grain stores, intriguing pillories, a magnificent sanctuary, pilgrim trails and quaint chapels. See the community washing tanks, bread ovens, threshing floors and watermills.
By staying in authentic mountain villages, you can observe rural lifestyles, get to know the people and indulge in local fare.
Local dishes tend to be hearty and delicious, such as roast kid, or Cachena steaks from the roaming grass-fed cows. Tuck into freshly-baked bread, tangy sheep and goats cheese, cured meats, tasty cakes, jams and honey, not forgetting the delicious Portuguese wines and liquors.
By staying in authentic mountain villages, you can observe rural lifestyles, get to know the people and indulge in local fare.
Local dishes tend to be hearty and delicious, such as roast kid, or Cachena steaks from the roaming grass-fed cows. Tuck into freshly-baked bread, tangy sheep and goats cheese, cured meats, tasty cakes, jams and honey, not forgetting the delicious Portuguese wines and liquors.
