From Arouca: 516 Arouca Bridge & Paiva Walkway Tour
Start your tour in Alvarenga, you'll start the hike through old village paths, towards the 516 Arouca Bridge.
Prepare for the most exciting 516 meters of your life on the 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge, one of the longest suspension pedestrian bridges in the world. Be suspended 175 meters above Paiva River.
Set off on the Paiva Walkways, an wooden walkway built along the cliffs of the Paiva River. Halfway through, we will rest at Vau River Beach, on hot days, the river invites you to take a refreshing dip, so bring a swimsuit!
Finally, treat yourself to a Board of Typical Portuguese Charcuterie and Cheese and a drink. Then you can choose between Arouquesa Steak Sandwish, Arouquesa Beef Hamburger, Veggie Burger or Tuna Sandwich (included in the option "With Lunch").
Options
With Lunch
Duration: 5 hours
Typical Meal: On this Option it's included the Typical Meal + Drinks
What's included in From Arouca: 516 Arouca Bridge & Paiva Walkway Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Passadicos do Paiva
Walk along the Paiva Walkways, stop at scenic viewpoints to snap photos. See the famous zig-zag staircases, riparian forests, waterfalls, and cliffs of the gorge. Halfway through, take a break at Vau River Beach and restore your energy with some traditional snacks, juice, and fresh fruits. On hot days, take a dip in the river. From here to the end of the trail, get closer to the river. Feel the strength of the rapids through their roaring sounds. After the hike, be driven to the mountain area of Arouca.
Arouca GeoparkPass-by Only
The Arouca Geopark, it's a classified territory recognized by UNESCO from 2009, that gathers 41 Geosites within an area of 328 square kilometers. It defines Arouca as a territory with a special Geological Heritage, where you can find phenomena such as "Birthing Stones" and "Giant Trilobite Fossils" that are unique on the world and others like "Frecha da Mizarela", the highest waterfall in mainland Portugal, the "Corn Bread Stones" or the "Union Stones", and some more amazing attractions!
516 Arouca - Ponte Suspensa
Prepare for the most exciting 516 meters of your life on the 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge, one of the longest suspension pedestrian bridges in the world. Be suspended by Tibetan-style steel cables in the sky, 175 meters above River Paiva and Aguieiras Waterfall.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Enjoy a typical Portuguese Meal (included on option "With Lunch").
- Personal Accident Insurance
- All Fees and Taxes
- Tickets to the Paiva Walkways and the 516 Arouca Bridge
- Interpretative Guide along the walk.
- Halfway through the Paiva Walkways, take a break at Vau River Beach and restore your energy with some traditional snacks, juice, and fresh fruits.
- Photo Report
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pessoas com mobilididade reduzida
- Crianças com menos de 6 anos
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Your Guide will be wearing a white T-shirt with a "Just Come" logo.
