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The Contrabando Viewpoint is located in Hinojosa de Duero (Salamanca), within the Arribes del Duero Natural Park, a hiking and tourist route situated on the border with Portugal. From the viewpoint, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Duero River, the Saucelle Waterfall, the border with Portugal, and geological and cultural formations such as: Cabeza de Moncalvo: a hill with the remains of a pre-Roman hill fort. Peña de la Vela, Poyo Durón (in Portugal), and Cerro del Reventón.

Up here, where the Ribeira de Vilarinho embraces the Douro, stands the ancient Castro de Vilarinho dos Galegos, also known as Castelo dos Mouros. Here, a natural viewpoint offers a wide view over the hillsides covered in junipers. But the real surprise lies on the ground: a sea of sharp, chaotic quartz stones created an almost insurmountable defence. Soon after, a deep moat carved into the rock served as the final barrier. Nature and ingenuity united in a fortress that has withstood the test of time.

Along the trail that once served as a route for smugglers, there is a viewpoint that honours its past: the Miradouro do Contrabando. From up here, the view over the vertiginous Douro valley is breathtaking. In the past, many people passed through these winding paths in silence and hope, crossing the border in search of a more dignified life.

The Mirador de Rupurupay is located in Aldeadávila de la Ribera, in the province of Salamanca, Castilla y León. This viewpoint offers stunning views of the Duero River and is an ideal starting point for exploring the Cascada del Remolino. The route to the viewpoint is quite accessible and takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes, with a distance of 9.4 km. It is a perfect excursion to enjoy nature and the characteristic landscape of the area, including the exploitation of olive and almond trees on terraces.

The Pozo de los Humos is an impressive waterfall located in the province of Salamanca, in the autonomous community of Castilla y León, Spain. This waterfall is located on the Uces River and is known for its spectacular waterfall of about 50 meters high, especially impressive during the rainy season. 😊

A great vantage point! The view of the Duero and Portugal on the opposite side is very impressive from this spot!

It is worth taking a look at the El pozo de los Humos waterfall. There are many different views and the area near the waterfall is very nicely designed for visitors. You can also take a circular walk from Masueco: towards the car park to the Pozo and then back to the village via a narrow hiking trail.

Be sure to take the little detour!