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Vale do Rossim Reservoir

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Vale do Rossim Reservoir

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Vale do Rossim Reservoir

Name: Vale do Rossim Reservoir
Rating: 2

Recommended by 24 hikers

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Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela

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Location: Mangualde Da Serra, Guarda, Portugal

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1. Rossim Valley Trail to Nave da Mestra — Serra da Estrela

14.3km

04:10

380m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Vale do Rossim Reservoir loop from Manteigas

9.88km

02:51

250m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Vale do Rossim Reservoir loop from Manteigas

6.39km

01:47

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Bryan | Exploro Ergo Sum

September 3, 2025

At over 1,400 meters above sea level, the Rossim Valley Reservoir is a haven of granite, pine trees, and crystal-clear waters in the heart of the Serra da Estrela Mountains. It's the perfect setting for strolls, summer swims, and admiring nature in all its splendor, one of Portugal's highest jewels.

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Green-Walker🌳🎒

July 18, 2021

Great mountain lake at a good 1500 m above sea level, here you can not only start great hiking tours but also let your mind wander. Or go pedal boating 😁

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Pacmen64 🇵🇹

October 12, 2025

Located within the Planalto Superior biogenetic reserve, the Rossim Valley is a unique location of great scientific, environmental, and scenic value that deserves to be protected and enhanced. Although it is an artificial lake, over time, conditions have been created that have transformed this area into an excellent leisure and recreation area that attracts countless tourists. The Vale do Rossim recreation center is located at an average altitude of 1,437 meters. Before the dam was built, it was one of the best high-altitude pastures in the municipality of Gouveia. The area has almost always been frequented by transhumance herds, flocks that gathered here from São João to the Sr. do Calvário festivities in August.

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Elevation 1,440 m

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Vale do Rossim Reservoir

1. Rossim Valley Trail to Nave da Mestra — Serra da Estrela

2. Vale do Rossim Reservoir loop from Manteigas

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