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small town but very welcoming

In charming Arouca you will find the Arouca Monastery, an architectural and historical landmark, and the picturesque streets and squares that exude ancient charm. The local gastronomy, in particular the conventual sweets, is an attraction in itself. The Arouca Geopark is famous for its Paiva Walkways, offering spectacular trails and views over the Paiva River, as well as trilobite fossils, highlighting an important geological and natural heritage.

Paiva Gorge

Water supply point, or stop for a coffee 👌🏼

The wooden staircase construction must first be conquered, there are around 500 steps to the top. But in return you get a great view of the narrow valley, which has been carved by the Paiva River over millions of years. Because the stone is very hard, the gorge is V-shaped.

During the summer months the wooden plank path is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and in the winter months from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can register on the Paiva Walkways homepage; the entry price is two symbolic euros. Can be done independently of visiting the suspension bridge.

The Detrelo da Malhada Panoramic View, in the Arouca Geopark, offers an impressive view over the Freita mountain range and the Arda valley. On clear days you have distant views of Porto and the Marão mountains.

Ecovia do Arda is a cycle path on the banks of the river of the same name. It is almost 11 kilometers away, stretching from Arouca to Várzea. Provides a unique immersion in the Arda Valley.