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At the top of Gardunha, almost 1,000 meters above sea level, stands the Castelo Velho site. From here, the view reaches the Castelo Branco plain and continues to the Tagus River, an endless horizon. Among balanced rocks, blocks sculpted by time, and curious granite forms, this place is a veritable open book of geology and a privileged viewpoint of the mountains.

The Miradouro do Alto dos Livros is a privileged observation point in the Serra da Estrela, Portugal. Its curious name, "Belvedere del Alto dos Livros", suggests a high place where the landscape unfolds like the pages of an open book. This viewpoint offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding region, encompassing deep valleys, imposing peaks and the vastness of the mountain range. It is a perfect place to contemplate the natural beauty of the Serra da Estrela, especially at sunrise or sunset, when the colors of the sky enhance the landscape even more.

The climb up the walkways to the Cabeço do Mosqueiro viewpoint can be challenging, but every step is worth it. Along the way, traces of the past peek out from the surrounding nature: a stretch of Roman road, old watermills and the Forno das Mouras. Take a break, take a deep breath and let yourself be amazed by the landscape that unfolds around you. This final stretch of the Orvalho Walkways is even more magical at dusk, when the golden light of the sun caresses the slopes. At the top of the cliff, the viewpoint offers an unforgettable view over the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Confiança and the vast landscape.

In the heart of Beira Baixa, in the heart of the Naturtejo Geopark, lies one of the most stunning walkways in Portugal. The Orvalho Walkways, part of the PR3 Orvalho GeoRoute, take you along a route where nature and geology intertwine in magnificent settings. Here, you can not only explore UNESCO-listed geomonuments, such as the imposing Fraga de Água d'Alta Waterfall and Cabeço do Mosqueiro, but also admire some of the region's most breathtaking and iconic landscapes.

Hidden at the base of the Orvalho Walkways, the Fraga de Água d’Alta Waterfall slides down 10 metres of rock, forming a small crystal-clear pool around it. It is a true natural refuge, where a refreshing dip becomes even more irresistible in the scorching summers of Beira Baixa. When the place is calm, the sensation of swimming under the waterfall becomes magical. It is no coincidence that this is considered one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Portugal. And the highest in the region!