Highlight • Historical Site
Xertelo Wolf Pit
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October 1, 2025
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The Xertelo Wolf Pit is a community stone trap located in the parish of Xertelo, Montalegre, and is part of the Peneda-Gerês National Park. This historic V-shaped structure with a well at the apex was used to capture the Iberian wolf, which threatened livestock, channeling it through its granite walls for a final fall. Today, the Xertelo Pit is a symbol of local history and culture, preserved as a heritage site.
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Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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Elevation 780 m