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Home and Access The Ecovia has multiple access points, with the connection between the city of Viana do Castelo and the town of Arcos de Valdevez being the main route.

Points of Interest Along the Ecovia Panoramic Views: The route offers breathtaking views of the Lima River, the agricultural fields ("veigas") and the rural landscape of Minho. Cultural Heritage: Along the way, you can find several points of interest, such as the Chapel of São João Baptista, the Monastery of Bravães (National Monument), the Fonte Santa (with sulphurous water) and the seven watermills of Gemieira, powered by a spectacular waterfall. Recreational Areas: There are several recreational areas, picnic parks and river beaches on the banks of the river.

Route Characteristics Length: Approximately 70 km in total, divided into several sub-routes (such as the Veigas Route, the Açudes Route, and the Laranja/Refóios Route). Usage: Ideal for hiking, running, and cycling (mountain bikes are suitable due to the terrain). Motorized vehicles are prohibited. Road: Mainly packed earth and consolidated gravel, with some wooden walkways in specific areas. Difficulty: Generally easy to medium difficulty, due to the gentle slope. Accessibility: Some parts of the route have wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking.

The Lima River Ecovia is an extensive pedestrian and cycling route that follows the banks of the Lima River in Alto Minho, Portugal. Stretching for approximately 70 kilometers, the ecovia crosses the municipalities of Viana do Castelo, Ponte de Lima, Ponte da Barca, and Arcos de Valdevez, offering scenic landscapes and a mostly flat route.

The Roman figures next to the river are curious.

Inside is the tourist office.

The main attraction of the town.

Both towers are classified as buildings of "public interest," as is the wall connecting them, the Tower of Cadeia Velha and the Tower of S. Paulo (once also known as the Tower of S. Paulo). They are the most prominent witnesses to what remains of the old wall of Ponte de Lima, which, in addition to the walled structure, consisted of towers and doors, a group of buildings built during the reign of Pedro I in the 14th century.