NORTHERN PORTUGAL the "walkers/photographers paradise"

  Sunflower Publications have published an essential handy sized book costing RRP £9.95 being the most authoritive version of best walks and car tours to be experienced in the region of Northern Portugal. This publication is an essential item of the equipment for all visitors who are proposing to come to the region and it can be purchased from the following links

The publication’s first edition came out in 2004 is updated at regular intervals by

a unique update service with specific route-change information, free on-line.

Northern Portugal is steadily developing its ecotourism, especially through a network of rural hotels and inns. The Peneda-Geres National Park has been creating and waymaking new footpaths. This guide includes sections on Porto, Porto wines and wine cruises on the river Douro and has a strong focus on the ancient agricultural way of life still followed here, illustrated with a wealth of photographs. It also includes: walking maps; pull-out touring maps; many short walks and picnic suggestions - suitable for hot summer days and for those with young children.

In more detail the publication covers the following :

  A Walks for all ages and abilities

  B Topographical walking maps

  C Car tours and fold out touring maps

  D Short stroll to idyllic picnic spots

  E Public transport information

  F Lots of beautiful photographs

To wet ones appetite of what is in store in this top quality publication listed below are some of the topics covered :

1 A description of 12 picnic suggestions

2 4 car touring routes:

  The Vinho Verde Circuit

  Historical Pursuits

  Peneda-Geres National Park

  Porto and the River Douro

3 12 walks for people with all abilities:

  Serra de Arg - No 1 walk

  Serra de Arga- No 2 walk

  Sao Miguel walk

  Ermida walk

  Brufe - No 1 walk

  Brufe - No 2 walk

  Branda de Travanca walk

  Bouchas Donas walk

  Soajo - No 1 walk

   Soajo - No 2 walk

  Vilar- Alelar walk

  The Penameda circuit

Peneda-Gerês National Park

Parque Nacional da Peneda-Gerês), also known simply as Gerês, is the only National Park in Portugal (although many Natural Parks, Protected Landscapes and Reserves across the entire country). It is located in Norte region, in the northwest of Portugal.

The park was created May 8, 1971 due to its national and international scientific interest, with the aim to protect the soil, water, flora, fauna, and landscape, while preserving its value to the existent human and natural resources. Education and tourism are also goals of the park.

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