The Resort

Area & surroundings

Total serenity

Located in the Serra Da Estrela Natural Park, a certified UNESCO Global Geoparks site. The beauty of the surrounding natural environment is a restorative force in itself, providing you with the perfect setting to nurture your inner world.

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Awake and live surrounded by nature

Venture further and enjoy all the outdoor activities on offer in the surrounding region.

Bask in the warm glow of sunset as you breathe in the Serra Da Estrela air. There’s no place to go and nowhere to be – except right here, right now, as you immerse yourself in the atmosphere of our mountain sanctuary.

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Sit back and enjoy nature at its best

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Practice meditation and yoga as you gaze out over our valley, or pamper yourself with a sauna or massage.

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Activities

You can participate in all sorts of cultural activities, sports and activities in nature. Our resort is located in the stunning Serra da Estrela natural park, which features hundreds of possibilities.

You can also join the weekly scheduled group activity (included) if you feel like some company and good conversation as you explore.

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Wild rivers and lakes

Enjoy the water in the Natural Park of Serra da Estrela in a variety of rivers and lakes where you can swim, kayak and stand up paddle.

Local community sustainable activities

Have the rewarding opportunity to join the local communities and their sustainable activities.

Bike rental

We have all kinds of bikes available for rent such as e-bikes and mountain bikes. Ask us about the menu of bike trails (GPS) that you can do on your own.

Swimming

Swim your way around the lake, the pool and the lagoon. A fun and unusual way to explore the spectacular nature and breathtaking scenery we’re lucky enough to be surrounded by.

Serra Da Estrela Natural Park

This is Portugal’s largest natural conservation area, covering 1,000 km2.

Picnicking

Enjoy the most peaceful places to spread your blanket.

Gardening

Help us with the fruits, vegetables and more we grow on our own land.

Biodiversity workshops

Practical components include for example health analysis of garden or forest.

Hiking tours

With explanations of flora, fauna, geology, and local businesses in the region.

Cycling tours

A mix of short, medium, and long trails suitable for all experience levels.

Birdwatching

Field trips to observe the wonderful array of local birdlife with experts from CERVAS, the Wildlife Ecology, Rehabilitation, and Surveillance Centre in Gouveia.

Mushroom hunting

Immerse yourself in the world of wild mushrooms on field trips with knowledgeable guides. Immerse yourself in the world of wild mushrooms on field trips with knowledgeable guides from CERVAS.

Wildlife hospital

Learn about animal conservation and the preservation of natural heritage.

Covão d’Ametade

A spectacular scenic spot at the beginning of the Zêzere glacial valley.

Covão dos Conchos

A lagoon containing a bell-mouth spillway connecting two lakes, the Lagoa da Serra Estrela and Lagoa Comprida.

Vale Glaciar do Zêzere

A stunning U-shaped glacial valley near Manteigas with unique geological characteristics. One of the largest glacial valleys in Europe.

Discover villages

Participants will visit sites such as the villages of Melo, Folgosinho, and Linhares de Beira. Excursions will be led by a knowledgeable trained guide from the local area.

Explore neighbourhood

Visit sites, neighbourhoods, villages and museums in Gouveia.

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