Manteigas Guide: what to visit, do, where to eat and sleep

MANTEIGAS IS LOCATED AT THE HEART OF ESTRELA MOUNTAIN NATURAL PARK, OFFERING BREATH-TAKING PANORAMIC VIEWS AND YET TO BE DISCOVERED HIDEAWAYS DURING THE FOUR SEASONS OF THE YEAR.

Zêzere River Glacier Valley

In the winter, the snow covers the mountains in white and the valleys come alive with clean, melting ice water. In the spring, the colour and aroma of the sprouting plants fill the slopes. The summer is for swimming in the fresh, crystalline waters of the rivers and lagoons. In the autumn, the golden colours give another tone to the overwhelming scenery.

Lagoa do Peixão

Faias de São Lourenço

A wide-open natural space, filled with singular scenic views, the Zêzere River Glacier Valley strikes out for its unique characteristics; water is also a constant, shaping the land and people’s lives.

Poço do Inferno

The network of walking trails extends over 120 miles and allows for incomparable and inspiring sensations. Mountain bikers, trekkers and parasailing enthusiasts will find excellent conditions for the practice of their favourite activities.

Covão d’Ametade

The UNESCO Global Geopark – Estrela Geopark is sustained by its natural biodiversity and the multiplicity of existing, relevant geo-sites.

Further to the scenes of natural beauty, one ought to stride the narrow streets that so well characterize the build-up heritage of the Village of Manteigas, as well as of the hamlets of Sameiro and Vale de Amoreira. When at the table for any meal, do not go without trying the traditional flavours of the region.

Manteigas