ビラレアルでの周辺の簡単なハイキングとウォーキング

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The parking area for motorhomes directly on the Douro River

Somewhat remote parking lot without shade.

Cela Cavalos Waterfall, or Cela de Cavalos, is a paradisiacal waterfall located in the municipality of Montalegre, in the Peneda-Gerês National Park. With crystal-clear waters, it's a perfect spot for summer swimming, hiking, and nature contemplation. The main access point is from the village of Cela.

Near Cela, in a secluded spot, stands the Chapel of Santa Luzia, a simple chapel with simple architecture, a testament to the faith of the Barroso people. It's a place of worship and contemplation, boasting views of the Cávado River valley and surrounding mountains.

The Monastery of Santa Maria das Júnias is a ruined monastery, of which the church remains, located on the outskirts of Pitões das Júnias. The last Cistercian monk became the parish priest of the village of Pitões das Júnias in 1834, the date of the abolition of religious orders in Portugal. As a historical curiosity, it is worth noting that Dom Pedro de Pitões, one of the main drivers of the conquest of Lisbon from the Moors in 1147, was ordained bishop of Porto at this monastery.

Fojos are ancient wolf traps. This animal, now protected, was persecuted for centuries due to the fear it instilled in mountain dwellers through its association with the afterlife and its attacks on grazing animals. These structures, now considered cultural heritage, are found only in the north of the Iberian Peninsula. The Fafião Wolf Pit is considered one of the best-preserved in the Iberian Peninsula and represents, for the local community, a symbol of its history and culture, as well as the struggles between humans and wolves.

The station is so run-down that it's almost in working order again. Old railway vehicles (burned-out steam locomotives and old wagons) are scattered around the large grounds. There are also many disused tracks, including turntables. At the end of the station, the former storage sheds have been converted into wine shops and restaurants.