Peneda-Gerês National Park
Peneda-Gerês National Park
The Peneda-Gerês National Park (PNPG), with its 700 km2, goes from the Mourela plateau to the one in Castro Laboreiro, and includes the mountain ranges of Peneda, Soajo, Amarela and Gerês.
This mountainous region, essentially granitic, reveals in its high altitude areas the effects of the latest ice age.
Water is a permanent presence, from the top of the hills/mountains to the step and deep valleys.
The only Portuguese National Park presents na impressive bothanical diversity – woods, forests, riparian vegetation, peatlands and moist woods – with special relevance to the several rare and endemic species.
The PNPG is home to some of the most important oak forests in Portugal and interesting semi-natural habitats that shelter a diversity of animals with differentiated constitution: endemic (gold-striped salamander), endangered (Iberian wolf), limited distribution species (Whinchat)… In the agricultural mosaic the prairies and lime meadows stand out. Rich historical and cultural heritage (megalithic necropolis, traces of Romanization, castles, granaries, ovens, mills, dams, terraces, etc.) to which must be added the curious implantation of mountain villages and the presence of well-preserved traditional architecture sets.
Check out more on Natural.pt or on the Portuguese Nature Conservation and Forestry Institute (portuguese only).
Check our tours in Peneda-Gerês National Park
Gerês Mountain Bike Tour (eMTB Touring)
Gerês’ Roman Road by E-Bike Tour
Braga
Braga
Braga is one of the oldest cities in Portugal, founded by the Romans as Bracara Augusta more than 2,000 years ago, and today stands out as one of the most dynamic urban centres in northern Portugal. Its historical layers are visible everywhere — from Roman remains and medieval streets to baroque churches and contemporary architecture.
Walking through the city reveals a unique blend of heritage, culture, and daily life. Squares that structure the rhythm of local life open onto narrow historic streets, façades record successive periods of urban evolution, and gastronomy remains an essential part of the experience.
Beyond the historic centre, Braga’s surroundings include remarkable monuments and landscapes that illustrate its long religious, cultural, and architectural significance — from early medieval foundations to grand 19th-century constructions such as Bom Jesus, today recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Our tours in Braga offer immersive experiences that combine history, culture, and gastronomy, allowing visitors to discover both the essential landmarks and the lesser-known stories that have shaped this unique city.
