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The Laboreiro Waterfall (Cascata do Laboreiro) is one of the most beautiful spots in Peneda-Gerês National Park, located near the village of Castro Laboreiro in Melgaço. It's a waterfall formed by the Laboreiro River, which cascades down between granite rocks, creating natural pools. The surroundings are spectacular: mountains, native vegetation, and panoramic views of the valley. Ideal for photography and enjoying nature in its purest form.

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The Ponte Velha de Castro Laboreiro is one of the most emblematic historical bridges in Peneda-Gerês National Park, located in the municipality of Melgaço. Of medieval origin, it was probably built between the 13th and 14th centuries. Style: Romanesque architecture, with a semicircular arch and granite stonework. Function: It formed part of the ancient road that connected Galicia with northern Portugal, facilitating the crossing of the Laboreiro River.

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This ancient stone bridge crosses the Ribeira da Varziela near the village of Varziela. Built with large granite blocks and a simple arch, it is a fine example of traditional mountain architecture.

Bico do Patelo, literally "Patelo’s Beak," is a striking granite rock formation in Peneda-Gerês National Park. Its bold shape rises above the surrounding hills, catching the eye from different points along the PR3 Castrejo trail. As you approach, the unusual form makes it a natural landmark and one of the memorable sights of the hike.

Pousios is a small traditional hamlet in the mountains of Peneda-Gerês National Park. Stone houses, narrow paths, and surrounding fields reflect the rural way of life that has shaped this remote region for centuries.

From this point you can see the traditional stone-walled terraces around Castro Laboreiro. These fields were once used for rye, potatoes, and grazing, forming part of the seasonal farming system of the mountain villages. The terraces shape the landscape and reflect the hard work of generations who lived in this remote region of Peneda-Gerês.

Chão da Roca is a rocky high plateau above Castro Laboreiro in Peneda-Gerês National Park. Once used as summer pasture land, it still shows traces of ancient stone-walled terraces and seasonal settlements (brandas). Today it offers wide and beautiful views across the mountains.

Traditional haystack (Meda de feno) at Branda do Furado. These cone-shaped stacks were carefully built to store and dry grass for the winter. A central wooden pole stabilizes the pile and prevents the hay from slipping or being blown away, preserving it for livestock. They are a distinctive feature of the traditional agricultural life in the Peneda-Gerês mountains.