Serra da Estrela - walk: Tales in the Mondego Passages
Immerse yourself in an amazing natural landscape that hides a recent past. Listen to the stories and enjoy the adventure and excitement of Mondego Passages. Start your journey at the Caldeirão Dam Parking Park. Climb to the Miradouro do Mocho Real to enjoy the view... The adventure begins! A big challenge awaits! About five hundred wooden steps down the Mondego Valley, with the stunning Caldeirão Falls revealing its rare beauty. After crossing the old Mizarela Bridge and observing the natural sculptures, follow past the old factories and learn about the Papa's blanket. Meet the Pateiro Hydroelectric Power Station, the oldest in the Guarda, and listen to the stories of the exploration of "black gold". Cross suspended bridges and discover the mills in Ribeira dos Moinhos. Finish at the park "Videmonte" and cool down in the waters of Mondego, bring a bathing suit. Total distance: 12 km, accumulated tilt: 600 m; Difficulty: Moderate level 2/3 of 5 - MIDE.
Options
Serra da Estrela - walk: Tales in the Mondego Passages
What's included in Serra da Estrela - walk: Tales in the Mondego Passages
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Meeting point. Initial briefing. The origin of Albufeira do Caldeirão. Walk.
Photographic spot. Let's get to know Mondego. Walk.
Photographic spot. The love story of the inconsolable Star. Walk.
Inclusions
- Registration with Turismo de Portugal (RNAAT): 506/2022
- Recognition by ICNF as Nature Tourism.
- Snack with natural and artisanal products from the region, classified as Ecofood by the UNESCO World Star Geopark. Book 48 hours in advance to guarantee availability of snacks.
- Entrance ticket to the Mondego Walkways.
- Civil Liability and Personal Assistants Insurance.
- Lunch
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Lunch is not included.
- Transport from the "Videmonte Entrance" back to the Caldeirão Dam parking lot is not included. Each participant will be able to contact the local Taxi service.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- In the parking lot, next to the Caldeirão door, meet your guide next to the bird observatory, with an orange umbrella.
End Points
- The Tour ends next to the "Videmonte Entrance" of the Mondego Walkways
