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So much to discover We can find the most precious trails in Portugal right at the centre of the country. From walking on the green slopes to dips on the river beaches, every step is an astounding experience that will make you fall in love with Portugal’s natural heritage. RESERVAR

Points of Interest

There are several local points of interest that will enrich your stay. In addition to the Olive Oil Museum, for hikers, lovers of beautiful things and the history of Portugal, we suggest the Capela dos Ferreirinhos and the Convento do Desagravo.
A walk through the ruins of the castles Avô and Bobadela, or the Church of Moçarabe de São Pedro de Lourosa will always be interesting and will certainly boost your cultural knowledge. For example, did you know that the medieval bridge of Alvôco das Várzeas, although locally called as the “Roman bridge”, was actually built in the 14th century?

  • Olive Oil Museum
  • Christmas Village - Cabeça
  • Ferreiros Chapel
  • Desagravo Convent
  • São Pedro de Lourosa Church
  • Avô Castle Ruins
  • Bobadela Roman Ruins
  • Muçarabe Village – Lourosa
  • Alvôco das Várzeas Medieval bridge
  • Nª Sr.ª das Preces e Via Sacra Sanctuary – Vale Maceira

Points of Interest

There are several local points of interest that will enrich your stay. In addition to the Olive Oil Museum, for hikers, lovers of beautiful things and the history of Portugal, we suggest the Capela dos Ferreirinhos and the Convento do Desagravo.
A walk through the ruins of the castles Avô and Bobadela, or the Church of Moçarabe de São Pedro de Lourosa will always be interesting and will certainly boost your cultural knowledge. For example, did you know that the medieval bridge of Alvôco das Várzeas, although locally called as the “Roman bridge”, was actually built in the 14th century?

  • Olive Oil Museum
  • Christmas Village - Cabeça
  • Ferreiros Chapel
  • Desagravo Convent
  • São Pedro de Lourosa Church
  • Avô Castle Ruins
  • Bobadela Roman Ruins
  • Muçarabe Village – Lourosa
  • Alvôco das Várzeas Medieval bridge
  • Nª Sr.ª das Preces e Via Sacra Sanctuary – Vale Maceira

River Beaches

Whether you are looking for just wandering around or for a unique trip, discover the nearby river beaches. The Rivers Alva and Alvoco offer incredible beaches, where you can swim in their clear waters, while accessing to quality facilities, and to unforgettable natural moments and pictures.

  • Santo António do Alva
  • Avô
  • São Sebastião da Feira
  • Alvo das Várzeas
  • São Gião

River Beaches

Whether you are looking for just wandering around or for a unique trip, discover the nearby river beaches. The Rivers Alva and Alvoco offer incredible beaches, where you can swim in their clear waters, while accessing to quality facilities, and to unforgettable natural moments and pictures.

  • Santo António do Alva
  • Avô
  • São Sebastião da Feira
  • Alvo das Várzeas
  • São Gião

Viewpoints Route

Serving as a balcony over the groves, right at the heart of the Alva River hillside, Carvalha is considered a viewpoint village (Aldeia Miradouro) because of its surrounding beautiful landscapes. We also highlight the viewpoint Miradouro do Monte do Colcurinho, “as high as the Açor flying”, along with several other places that you should pin on your roadmap. A memorable sensory experience that will make you want to return and repeat!

  • Colcurinho Hill
  • Varandas de Avô Viewpoint
  • Penha Viewpoint
  • Penedo da Saudade Viewpoint

Viewpoints Route

Serving as a balcony over the groves, right at the heart of the Alva River hillside, Carvalha is considered a viewpoint village (Aldeia Miradouro) because of its surrounding beautiful landscapes. We also highlight the viewpoint Miradouro do Monte do Colcurinho, “as high as the Açor flying”, along with several other places that you should pin on your roadmap. A memorable sensory experience that will make you want to return and repeat!

  • Colcurinho Hill
  • Varandas de Avô Viewpoint
  • Penha Viewpoint
  • Penedo da Saudade Viewpoint