The Portas de Ródão are a geological formation located near Vila Velha de Ródão, resulting from the intersection of the hard quartzite relief of the Serra das Talhadas with the course of the River Tagus. At this location, there is a narrowing of the valley, which runs between two steep walls, which reach about 170 m in height, resembling two "gates", one to the north in the District of Castelo Branco, Beira Baixa, and another to the south in the Municipality of Nisa, District of Portalegre, Alto Alentejo.[1][2][3]

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Stop on the bridge to absorb the grandeur of this unique geological feature. And look for the vultures in the sky!

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Portela do Atalho – Museum of Pottery and Embroidery loop from Castelo Branco

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Portela do Atalho – Castelo de Vide loop from Ródão

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Castelo de Vide – View of Castelo de Vide loop from São Salvador da Aramenha

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Elevation 110 m

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Location: Vila Velha De Ródão, Castelo Branco, Portugal

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Portela do Atalho – Museum of Pottery and Embroidery loop from Castelo Branco

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