Local Activities
We guarantee you wont get bored on a holiday in our area as there are various activities you can submerse yourself into
– Hiking: Be it just above our accommodation, on the Serra da Gardunha with the highest point at 1223m where there are various hiking routes that all promise wide views, one of which is the central « caminho » of st. Jacob, or on the Serra da Estrela, the highest mountain massif in continental Portugal, which extends to almost 2000m altitude, is located just behind it.
– Swimming: These two mountains are also the source of numerous bodies of water that have been shaped into “river beach baths”. One of these is located in Castelo Novo, where you will find cool, crystal-clear water all year round. In addition to the river baths, there are four larger idyllic reservoirs in the surrounding area that are also ideal for swimming.
– Biking: Along the Gardunha and Estrela rivers you will find specially signposted biking trails, with the one above Castelo Novo promising plenty of action.
– Historic villages: You will find countless medieval villages with beautiful stone houses, castle ruins, impressive wells and much more. In addition to Castelo Novo, the most worthwhile are definitely Monsanto, Idanha a Velha, Alpedrinha, Penha Garcia and Penamacor
– Stroll through the town: The small provincial town of Fundao, which lies between the Gardunha and the Serra da Estrela, has a beautiful little old town and a Roman museum, various cafés, restaurants, a large Monday market and various supermarkets. In addition to the cherry festival, there is a specific festival in each of the surrounding villages every summer
