Hike - Nature and Villages of Shisto da Lousa

Coimbra
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  • Price from
    €135
  • Duration
    8 h to 9 h
  • Group size
    Private tour
  • Guide languages
    Portuguese, English

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    Overview

    Serra da Lousã is known for its “magic villages” of schist but it is not just its stone houses that are magical.

    In this walk of about 18 km and 900 m of positive difference, we will take you to discover its forests of oak, chestnut and pine trees, always accompanied by water courses and waterfalls.

    Along this walk we will visit several schist villages where we will take you to imagine what it would be like to live in this summer refuge for shepherds and farmers.

    Come with us on this adventure, the nature of Serra da Lousã awaits you.

    What's included

    • walking sticks
    • Tasting of regional products
    • Personal Accident Insurance and Liability
    • Accompaniment by qualified technical guides all the way
    • Photographs of the tour
    • Transport with pickup in the area of Lousã and Coimbra

    Not included

    • lunch NOT included, customer has the possibility to take their own picnic or have lunch in some of the villages

    What you will do

    • Stop 1

      One of the possible departure locations, we pick up your accommodation.

      Pass by, no stop

    • Most of the ride takes place in this mountain range.

      Pass by, no stop

    • Ruins of Castelo de Foz de Arouce, set in a closed valley overlooking the river beach of Nossa Sra da Piedade

      10 min

    • One of the most famous schist villages in Portugal, here you will have the opportunity to replenish your energy with small snacks.

      20 min

    • Small shale village

      10 min

    • Small shale village

      10 min

    • A village where we can see the evolution of rural life in Portugal. Lunch stop

      1 h

    Meeting point

    Pickup: We make the transfer anywhere in the region of Coimbra and Lousã. Transfer time depends on distance to start point.

    Important information

    • Service animals allowed
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
    • Not recommended for those who suffer from vertigo

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.