Best places: Things to dos in Fornos de Algodres, Portugal

High point over the Douro Valley with views of vineyard-covered hills, plus a chapel & picnic area.

👍👍 I'm not that cultured if it comes to visiting churches on vacation, but even I found this beauty was definitely worth the scenic side route road trip between Aviero and Porto

Roadside observation deck & picnic stop with sweeping views of a river valley & forested hills.

👍👍 A must see when visiting Portugal. Serra de Estrela offers a lot, from hiking, sightseeing, water sports, regional food and delicacies and amazing nature and landscapes, winter sports and more. Easily accessible by car, you won't run out or places to visit. Start the day by hiking in Rota das Faias...

5.5 miles of steep wooden walkways along the bank of the Paiva River with scenic views.

👍👍 What an unique experience. Love it. From the start until end. Lovely views. A lot to explore. Friendly locals and few cafes we visited - expensive but delicious. They only accepted CASH. Many toilets around. Plenty places you can sit and relax. See our pictures from walk. We visited on April 2022

Historic chapel dating to the 18th century with a Baroque & Rococo facade & an ornate altar.

👍👍 Beautiful picturesque bridge next to a lovely river and old church at the top of the quant Main Street. Recommend a casual stroll.

Riverside beach in a glacial valley, with swimming spots in cold, clear waters & a snack bar.

👍👍 Wonderful and bucolic place surrounded by nature. I do recommend a visit.

Mountainous national park home to wolves & falcons, with waterfalls, farms & quaint villages.

👍👍 A natural "pyramid" with 7 kms of twists and turns all way up into a spectacular 360° view. You can visit a Christian Chapel on top as well as a open space theatre. With luck, on a mild windy day, you'll get to see paragliding/parasailing around the mountain.

👍👍 Picture perfect location and you can even swim if wanted. Multiple eating establishments available.

Dramatic cascade with several falls, accessed by a paved, riverside walkway along a narrow canyon.

Old, walled arboretum covering 105 hectares with 250 tree & shrub species.