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Portugal

The Montesinho Natural Park 2008

The park is in the heart of the region known as Tras-os-Montes ('behind the mountains'), a perfect description for a region that is backward and unspoilt in almost every respect. Bleak mountains rise to 1,481 metres above heather and broom, descending to oak and chestnut forests and valleys of alder and willow. The area offers the walker stunning scenery, silence, wonderful wildlife, including the Iberian wolf and the Spanish Imperial Eagle, and tiny mountain villages where mules plough fields and ancient practices such as herbal cures and reverence for the supernatural linger. The historic town of Bragança with its walled citadel and medieval quarter sits on its doorstep.

PRICE

October to April: £310 per person based on two people sharing. May, June and September: £340.

INCLUDED

4 nights accommodation in a restored country house with en-suite bathrooms and heated swimming pool. 4 breakfasts, 4 dinners, 3 picnic lunches. Comprehensive walking notes. Transfers to/from Braganca to accommodation.

NOT INCLUDED

Flights travel to and from Bragança and travel insurance

Departure dates 2008:

April to end of October


To book email: walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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ITINERARY

 

Day 1 - Transfer from Braganca to your accommodation.

Day 2 - A circular walk taking you westward into the hills of the Serra Nevada with wonderful views across the Tras os Montes into Spain. Return via beautiful granite gorge. (15km/9 miles)

Day 3 - Walk north, passing through oak woods and pastureland on a circular walk that will take you into Spain before you return along the Calabor river valley, passing an abandoned tungsten mine.  (17km/10.5 miles)

Day 4 - A circular walk following grassy trails through wild broom and thyme to the Barragem de Serrada, a beautiful lake surrounded by breathtaking scenery. (14km/8.75 miles)

Day 5 - transfer to Braganca.

DIFFICULTY OF WALK

Moderate walking, most walks involve some climbs but they are worth it!

 

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HIGHLIGHTS

• One of Europe's wildest areas
• A province for the more adventurous walker
• Diverse and exciting wildlife, home of the Iberian wolf and Spanish Imperial Eagle
• Bleak mountain plateaus and rich verdant valleys. Villages unchanged since medieval times
  

WEATHER

Click here to view the weather forecast Link courtesy of uk met office

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ACCOMMODATION & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCOMMODATION

Restored country house located in the heart of the Park with heated swimming pool.  All rooms with private facilites.

GETTING THERE

Braganca is 2.5 hours from Porto by low cost coach, the most convenient international airport. There are also domestic flights to Braganca from Lisbon.

WHAT TO TAKE:

Sturdy walking boots and walking socks (with a change of socks in rucksack), rucksack/day pack, swimming costume, water bottle, insect repellent, sun glasses, sun hat, sun block/cream, compass, torch and a first-aid kit.

GALLERY

View our images of Portugal.

 

INSURANCE

We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance covering you against illness, injury, and loss or damage to luggage. This insurance should also cover the possibility of your having to cancel your holiday for whatever reason.

To book, contact worldwalks  at:
email:walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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