It is worth taking a look at it and all there is to see and do on the region.
Geoparks are unique regions especially
relevant for its geological importance and breath-taking sceneries. Fresh air
and crystal clear spring water & lakes are part of this irresistible
package. NATURTEJO and ESTRELA, in central Portugal are part of UNESCO’s World
Network.
The historical and schist villages, and the
contact with the authentic people are among the most-sought-after offer of the
region.
It is worth taking a look at it and all
there is to see and do on the region.
It is worth taking a look at it and all there is to see and do on the region.
Geoparks are unique regions especially
relevant for its geological importance and breath-taking sceneries. Fresh air
and crystal clear spring water & lakes are part of this irresistible
package. NATURTEJO and ESTRELA, in central Portugal are part of UNESCO’s World
Network.
The historical and schist villages, and the
contact with the authentic people are among the most-sought-after offer of the
region.
It is worth taking a look at it and all
there is to see and do on the region.
Unique accommodation experiences
One needs just mentioning the historic villages, the many cottages, the Burel (wool) and the H2Hotel, to realize that we are talking about very diverse and equally interesting options!
Unique accommodation experiences
One needs just mentioning the historic
villages, the many cottages, the Burel (wool) and the H2Hotel, to realize that
we are talking about very diverse and equally interesting options!
The region has unique possibility of visit
inspired by the rich gastronomic variety, including dishes cooked in a
traditional oven, and Geofood.
Arouca Geopark is part of the GEOfood
International Network, created in 2015, offering: Geofood Itineraries - tourist
visits to Geofood Menus producers - network of adherent restaurants, which
include a greater variety of local products in their menus.
The sparkling wine produced only in this
region goes very well with vegetables, fish, meat or dessert!
The region has unique possibility of visit
inspired by the rich gastronomic variety, including dishes cooked in a
traditional oven, and Geofood.
Arouca Geopark is part of the GEOfood
International Network, created in 2015, offering: Geofood Itineraries - tourist
visits to Geofood Menus producers - network of adherent restaurants, which
include a greater variety of local products in their menus.
The sparkling wine produced only in this
region goes very well with vegetables, fish, meat or dessert!
PASTORS, WEAVERS AND ANCIENT TRADITIONS.
The Feast of Transhumance and Pastors
(June) is one of the oldest traditions in the region of the inland mountains
that honors pastoralism, an activity of greatest importance in this region.
Be
sure to pass the Route of the Wool of Serra da Estrela, where the colorful or
natural colors will delight you.
If you appreciate a more monumental and religious side, the choices are many: Belmonte, centre of Jewish religiosity, should be a stopping point, as is the university town of Coimbra, if you would like to enjoy different aspects of this rich patrimony.
PASTORS, WEAVERS AND ANCIENT TRADITIONS.
The Feast of Transhumance and Pastors
(June) is one of the oldest traditions in the region of the inland mountains
that honors pastoralism, an activity of greatest importance in this region.
Be
sure to pass the Route of the Wool of Serra da Estrela, where the colorful or
natural colors will delight you.
If you appreciate a more monumental and religious side, the choices are many: Belmonte, centre of Jewish religiosity, should be a stopping point, as is the university town of Coimbra, if you would like to enjoy different aspects of this rich patrimony.
