쉬운 국립공원 세라스 아이레와 칸디에로스 주변 하이킹 및 워킹 코스

We took the closed path, and indeed it is very hard and very slippery, I do not recommend it.

Wide saddle where various paths intersect. It is the pass that connects the villages of Ribeira de cima to Alcaria.

The view from here over Cabeço da Fórnea and its valley is simply breathtaking. The climb to the top is very accessible and definitely worth the effort.

The Fórnea stream originates here, in the Cova da Velha cave, where a natural spring flows almost all year round. However, due to the limestone soil, the water easily infiltrates, traveling through underground galleries instead of flowing freely on the surface. As a result, the stunning Fórnea waterfall only reveals its full grandeur after days of heavy rain.

Indeed, the route ends (forbidden to walk - very clearly indicated) halfway (5km) and there is no other option than to walk all the way back ...

The Fórnea Waterfall is located right in the heart of the Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Natural Park, and is fed by the Fórnea Stream, which in turn flows from the Cova da Velha cave.

La Fórnea is one of the largest natural amphitheatres in Europe, measuring approximately 500 metres in diameter and 250 metres high. From the Alcaria viewpoint, you can admire this unique geological formation, which resembles a huge crater. The view is simply breathtaking.

Nice quiet route. No water at the waterfall, unfortunately. Because that would give a different experience, certainly worth it for the beautiful views