An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã (with walk)
Schist villages have already been called “magic villages”, their names sound like Romans, Arabs and even barbarians, but it is their characteristic appearance that makes them so fantastic.
These structures dating back to medieval times exude an architectural beauty that is still difficult to match today, even more fascinating are the places where they are located due to the need to settle for pastoral and agricultural activities.
During this adventure we will take you to know some of the most beautiful schist villages of Serra da Lousã as well as the breathtaking landscapes that this unique place has to offer…
It includes a jeep ride through the Lousã mountain range and a visit to the beautiful Schist villages in the morning and a walk of about 6 km and an intermediate level of difficulty in the afternoon along some of the most beautiful trails in the mountain.
Description
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Coimbra, Coimbra, Coimbra District, Central Portugal
9:00 am - departure from Coimbra
Lousã Castle
Candal Shale Village
Shale Village of Cerdeira
13h00 - Lunch
Shale Village of Chiqueiro
Talasnal Shale Village
Shale Village of Casal Novo
Halloween terreiro
19h00 - arrival in Coimbra (approximately)
Pass By: Serra da Lousã, 3200, Portugal
Witchyard
19h00 - arrival in Coimbra (approximately)
Stop At: Cerdeira, Cerdeira, Coimbra District, Central Portugal
Schist Village and Artists' Retreat
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Aldeia Do Candal, Candal, Lousa Portugal
Aldeia do Xisto halfway up the slopes with its chestnut trees and water lines
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Aldeia de Gondramaz, Gondramaz, Miranda do Corvo Portugal
Schist village belonging to Miranda do Corvo
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lousa Castle, Em 580 In front of Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Piedade, Lousa 3200 Portugal
Arouce Castle overlooking the river pool of Sra da Piedade
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Aldeia do Talasnal, Lousa, Lousa 3200 Portugal
One of the most iconic schist villages in Portugal
Duration: 45 minutes
Inclusions
- Transportation with collection in the place where it is housed (region of Coimbra and Lousã)
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Follow-up by qualified technical guides throughout the course
- Photos of the tour
- Personal Accident and Liability Insurance
- walking sticks
Exclusions
- Lunch - NOT included (restaurants available or picnic option)
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not suitable for people with mobility problems
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Your safety is our priority. Venture safely with us!
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Operates
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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