Established in 1971, the Peneda-Geres National Park encompasses approximately 270 square miles of beautiful forests dotted with medieval ruins, rushing waterfalls, and rugged cliffs. There are plenty of hiking trails for visitors to enjoy, and if you travel deep into the forest, you might have the chance to spot wild ponies, Spanish ibexes, or eagles. There are also hundreds of charming granite villages scattered through the park, and even if you came here primarily for the nature, it's worth stopping in Castro Laboreiro village to see its magnificent castle and visiting the Vila do Gerês to soak in the thermal baths.
Peneda-Geres National Park , Phone: +35-12-53-20-34-80
Ready to go?
Step 1: Visit the website and book directly and/or call ahead to confirm their hours.
Step 2: If you are spending the night, search for Hotel Deals nearby. Call the hotel directly to book and ask for a romantic, kid-friendly or pet-friendly amenity if you need it.
Step 3: If you are flying, compare Flights. Book directly with the airline, add your frequent flier number and reserve your seat.
Step 4: Estimate your driving time using Google Maps (click the blue 'Directions' arrow in the search box).
Need some more help?
Read our Reservations & Travel Planning Tips guide.