Top 5 Hikes in Peneda-Gerês

Peneda-Gerês National Park is a natural treasure just 30 minutes from Casa São Bento. Here are our 5 favourite hikes:

1. Cascata do Arado

An easy 3 km return hike to one of the park's most beautiful waterfalls. Perfect for families.

2. Trilho da Preguiça

A 7 km circular trail through centuries-old oak forests and preserved granite villages.

3. Porta do Mezio — Castelo do Lindoso

A 12 km trail connecting the park's main entrance to the medieval castle of Lindoso, with its famous espigueiros.

4. Mata da Albergaria

The park's best-preserved forest, an 8 km hike along the Roman Geira road.

5. Sistelo — The Little Portuguese Tibet

Just 20 minutes from the house, Sistelo's green terraces offer spectacular panoramas. A 10 km circuit.