Hiking the High Route of Serra da Estrela

If you like walking in nature, this program is for you.

Come and explore the majestic Serra da Estrela, the highest mountain in Portugal, on an unforgettable 8-day and 7-night adventure. This program is ideal for nature lovers and adventurers looking to discover authentic trails, local culture, and traditional cuisine.

Program:

• Day 0

  • Arrival at Penhas da Saúde

  • Dinner at a Restaurant in a Local Organized Place

  • Overnight stay at the Trilhos e Cumes Shelter
• Day 1

  • Breakfast – Lunch at a restaurant/cafe in Penhas da Saúde

  • Start of the mountain march:

    • Rocks of Health – Well of Hell

  • Transfer to the village of Manteigas

  • Dinner at Hotel Berne

  • Stay at the Hotel Berne

• Day 2

  • Breakfast at the Hotel Berne

  • Massage Session

  • Visit the Glacier Valley Interpretation Center

  • Visit the Trout Farms and the Estrela Mountain Dog

  • Free lunch in Vila de Manteigas at a Local Restaurant

  • Free Afternoon in the Village of Manteigas

  • Dinner at Hotel Berne

  • Astronomy Activity

  • Stay at the Hotel Berne

• Day 3

  • Breakfast at the Hotel Berne

  • Start of the Mountain Walk:

    • Pousada São Lourenço – Sabugueiro

  • Lunch in lunch box mode

  • Dinner at the Mountain Shelter

  • Overnight stay at the Mountain Shelter

• Day 4

  • Breakfast at the Mountain Shelter

  • Transfer Elderberry – Lagoa Comprida

  • Start of the Mountain Walk:

    • Long Lagoon – Conchos Lagoon – Long Lagoon

  • Lunch in lunch box mode

  • Transfer Lagoa Comprida – Loriga

  • Free Afternoon in Loriga

  • Dinner at Vicente

  • Overnight at the Vicente

• Day 5

  • Breakfast – Lunch at Vicente

  • Lunch in lunch box mode

  • Start of the Mountain Walk:

    • Loriga – Torre Shelter House

  • Dinner at the Torre Shelter House

  • Overnight at Casa Abrigo da Torre

• Day 6

  • Breakfast at Casa Abrigo da Torre

  • Start of the Mountain Walk:

    • Torre Shelter House – Torre (Highest point of Serra da Estrela 1993 meters above sea level) Penhas da Saúde

  • Lunch at Primor Restaurant

  • Free Afternoon at Penhas da Saúde

  • Dinner at the Primor Restaurant in Penhas da Saúde with the organization and delivery of individual participation certificates for the Alta Rota da Serra da Estrela

  • Overnight stay at the Trilhos e Cumes Shelter

• Day 7

  • End of activity

  • Return home

Why choose this program?

This itinerary is the perfect choice for those who want to combine the untouched nature of Serra da Estrela with the authenticity of local culture and cuisine. The walks are safe and suitable for different levels of experience, ensuring total immersion in the highest point in Portugal.

Book your experience now, guarantee your place on this unforgettable journey, and experience the best of Portugal in 2025!

For more information, contact us: 📧 info@tryportugal.com | ☎️ +351 930 635 005

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