NaturePhoto Wikimedia CommonsPeneda-Geres National Park
Portugal
Around 15: 30h we continue our walk this time by the river bed where we will find true natural treasures until we reach the Olympic Lagoon, place of mandatory stop for bathing and connection with nature in its pure and wild state ...
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Panereda-Jeresh, the only official national park in Portugal and a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. As we stand amidst these rugged granite hills, you are entering a sanctuary designed for the conservation of soil,…
Listen in the app2The Geira: An Ancient Roman Journey
We begin our exploration on the Geira, an ancient Roman road that is over 2,000 years old. Imagine the legions and pilgrims who once trod these very stones. …
Listen in the app3The Submerged History of Linho de Ferna
We now approach the reservoir that covers the village of Linho de Ferna, also known as Vilarinho da Furnas. This is a place of profound beauty but also of great tragedy. …
Listen in the app4Cascada do Arado: The Power of Water
No visit to Panereda-Jeresh is complete without experiencing its waterfalls, and the Cascada do Arado is perhaps the most spectacular. After a light hike from the parking area, you cross a beautiful bridge that offers the first…
Listen in the app5Portela do Homem and the Garano Horses
As we reach the high pass of Portela do Homem, we are standing on the very border between Portugal and Spain. This area is one of the best places in the park to encounter the rare Garano horses. …
Listen in the app6Sanctuary of São Bento da Porta Aberta
Nestled on a hillside overlooking the Cavadu River, the Sanctuary of São Bento da Porta Aberta is a place of deep spiritual significance. The name translates to 'Saint Benedict of the Open Door,' reflecting the tradition of…
Listen in the app7Pedra Bela: The Peak of the Park
Our final destination in the heart of the park is the Pedra Bela viewpoint. To reach this spot, one must navigate tiny, winding roads that can be quite treacherous, sometimes even blocked by giant boulders that have rolled from…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our journey through Panereda-Jeresh, I hope you carry with you a sense of the immense cultural and natural history that defines this park. We have walked the 2,000-year-old Geira, felt the tragedy of the submerged…
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What is Peneda-Geres National Park?
Peneda-Geres National Park is a place in Portugal with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 41.8347, -8.2337 |
| Last updated |
