Freita Plateau Walking Guided Tour (by local guides)

Freita Plateau Walking Guided Tour (by local guides)

Walking at more than 1000 meters of altitude by ancestral paths, on this tour you will have the opportunity to discover and understand the main geological phenomenons of the Arouca Geopark.

Here, you will be amazed by the beauty of Frecha da Mizarela - the highest waterfall in mainland Portugal, you will understand the phenomenon of Pedras Parideiras (rocks that give birth) which is unique in the World, you will be amazed by the Biodiversity that the rugged relief of the mountain preserved until nowadays, and realize the historical importance of this place through the marks of the ancient human presence in this plateau.

A truly mountainous walk, full of historical and landscaping experiences and nature.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Casa das Pedras Parideiras, Rua de Santo Antonio Albergaria da Serra, Arouca 4540-130 Portugal

The "birth" place of a unique phenomenon in the entire world.
The "birth giving stones" only exist in Castanheira Village, in an area of one square KM.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Panoramica do Detrelo da Malhada, Detrelo da Malhada - Moldes, Arouca 4540-455 Portugal

One of the best views in Arouca

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Viewpoint to Frecha da Mizarela waterfall, Mizarela, 4540 Arouca, Portugal

Panoramic view of the tallest waterfall of mainland Portugal

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Pedras Boroas do Junqueiro, 4540 Albergaria da Serra, Portugal

A granite rock that looks like a "Boroa", a typical bread in Portugal.

Duration: 20 minutes