An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã (with walk)

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: Portuguese, English
Operated by: Aventuras Forte(s) - Turismo de Natureza

Ages: Adults (6–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Follow-up by qualified technical guides throughout the course
Included: Photos of the tour
Included: walking sticks
Included: Personal Accident and Liability Insurance
Included: Transportation with collection in the place where it is housed (region of Coimbra and Lousã)
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

Not included: Lunch: NOT included (restaurants available or picnic option)

Itinerary

Coimbra

Passing by

Departure from Coimbra

Castle of Lousa

Village of Xisto do Candal

Village of Xisto do Talasnal

Village of Xisto de Gondramaz

Arrivals in Coimbra
Stop 2

Passing by

Witchyard

19h00 - arrival in Coimbra (approximately)
Aldeia Do Candal

30 min

Aldeia do Xisto halfway up the slopes with its chestnut trees and water lines
Aldeia de Gondramaz

30 min

Schist village belonging to Miranda do Corvo
Castelo de Arouce - Lousa

30 min

Arouce Castle overlooking the river pool of Sra da Piedade
Aldeia do Talasnal

45 min

One of the most iconic schist villages in Portugal

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel D. Luis
NH Coimbra Dona Ines
Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Hotel Tabua
Vila Gale Coimbra
Hotel Botanico de Coimbra
Moderna
Alegre Hotel
Hotel Oslo Coimbra
Hotel Eden
Palace Hotel Bussaco
ibis Coimbra Centro

and 29 more pickup points

We carry out the transfer anywhere in the region of Coimbra or Lousã (it can be done at the hotel where you are staying in Coimbra or Lousã)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.