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Top 2 nature & wildlife things to do in Manteigas

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Manteigas that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Serra DA Estrela: Routes DE Adventure and Search DE Cascades, Manteigas1

    1. Serra DA Estrela: Routes DE Adventure and Search DE Cascades

    · 5.5 hours

    Enjoy the village of Manteigas in the natural park of Serra da Estrela, a haven where nature and culture meet in perfect harmony. Explore the Glacier Valley of the Zêzere River, with stunning landscapes and ancient legends. Follow in the footsteps of the ancient shepherds and contemplate the valley surrounded by forests that transform with the seasons. Discover the Poço do Inferno, a magical waterfall of 10 meters in the Leandres River, and visit emblematic sites such as the Casa da Guarda-Florestal, the Vale do Buraco, the Carvalhal and the Viveiro das Moitas, full of biodiversity. Finish your experience with a handmade snack while breathing the pure mountain air. Return to the starting point of this track. At Manteigas, every track is an adventure and every stop is a unique moment of connection with nature. Come and experience this unforgettable experience! Total distance: 12.3 miles Accumulated positive de-level: 666 m Accumulated negative de-level: 666 m Moderate/High Difficulty (Level 2/3-5 MIDE)

  2. Private Ebike Tour through Serra da Estrela, Manteigas2

    2. Private Ebike Tour through Serra da Estrela

    5.0· 24 reviews· 4 hours

    This Ebike tour is the best way to get to know the surroundings of Vila de Manteigas and the Zêzere Glacier Valley. During the tour you will be able to enjoy the best views over the Central Massif of Serra da Estrela and discover some of its most beautiful forests. A fun, sustainable way to experience this mountain!

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