The Top 6 Lakes around Chorense
Looking to visit the best lakes around Chorense? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Chorense’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 23, 2025
Praia de Alqueirão (Strandbad Gerês)
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Also known as Praia de Alqueirão. Perhaps the best developed beach in the nature reserve of Peneda-Gerês. Surrounded by pure granite ridges that extend from Braga to almost Chaves in …
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Vilarinho da Furna Dam
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Beautiful reservoir with interesting vegetation around it. If you're already in the area anyway, you can do a little lap here.
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Barragem da Caniçada
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An impressive build!
Built in 1955, it has a height of 76m and a crown length of 246m. The hydroelectric power station located there produces an average of 346 GWh per year.
Built in 1955, it has a height of 76m and a crown length of 246m. The hydroelectric power station located there produces an average of 346 GWh per year.
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Ruins of Vilarinho da Furna
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A village submerged in the reservoir. The remains can be seen in summer.
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View from Miradouro da Pedra Bela over Rio Gerês
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From the popular vantage point you have a wonderful view of the Rio Gerês reservoir. This is one of the most visited places in Peneda-Gerês National Park.
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