Amar o Minho
Fall in love with the charms of Minho with 24 fantastic walks throughout the region






Thematic Guide
Minho Cultural Heritage Guide
48 Points of Interest
Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Minho and discover its most emblematic tangible and intangible treasures


Amares
1: PL2 - Abadia Trail
10km • 4h • Moderate
Walk through sacred places hidden in nature and discover the cultural, landscape, and religious heritage of Amares


Braga
4: PP1 - Source of Este River
13.5km • 4h • Easy
Walk through the oldest city in Portugal and discover the heritage of the Este Valley, on a walk through the oldest Roman road in the peninsular northwest


Esposende
7: PR1 - Between Neiva and the Atlantic - Wind and Sky Route
9km • 3h • Easy
The Atlantic Ocean and the Neiva river come together in a wonderful walk in the heart of the North Coast Natural Park (PNLN)


Melgaço
10: PR6 - Laboreiro River Trail
8km • 4h • Moderate
Enjoy a stunning walk along the Laboreiro River and discover places with authentic traditions


Paredes de Coura
13: PR1 - Corno de Bico Trail
8km • 3h • Moderate
Discover the beauty and rich biodiversity of the Corno de Bico Protected Landscape


Póvoa de Lanhoso
16: PR2+PR3: Merouço Mountain and Queimado Stream
10.5km • 4h • Moderate
Enjoy the rural landscape of beautiful Minho villages and the panoramic views from Monte do Merouço and appreciate the tranquility of Albufeira das Andorinhas


Viana do Castelo
19: PR25 - Lima Riverside Walk
18km • 6h • Moderate
A magnificent riverside walk, on the north bank of the Lima River, through landscapes and historic wharfs


Vila Nova de Famalicão
22: PR2 - Este Valley
15km • 5h • Moderate
Walk through the rural areas of Nine and Arnoso and discover the religious, historical, archaeological, and natural heritage of the region


Thematic Guide
Minho Artistic Residencies and Interventions Guide
37 Public Art Works
Explore the largest network of artistic residencies in Portugal and discover 37 works that have transformed Minho into a vibrant stage of art and culture


Arcos de Valdevez
2: PR14 - Brandas de Sistelo Trail
9km • 4h • Moderate
Fall in love with the natural and rural landscape of Sistelo, classified as a National Monument


Cabeceiras de Basto
5: Viper Water Channel
10.5km • 4h • Easy
A magnificent walk along a centuries-old levada (water channel) in the heart of Serra da Cabreira


Fafe
8: PR4 - Green Trail of the Waterside
3km • 2h • Easy
A refreshing walk around Barragem da Queimadela, through forests, groves, and rural paths, following the clear waters of the Vizela River


Monção
11: PR2 - Carvalheira de Abedim Trail
9km • 4h • Easy
Walk among the oak trees and discover what is typical of Abedim on this trail


Ponte da Barca
14: PR5 - Between Ambos-os-Rios and Ermida
16km • 6h • Challenging
Discover the typical mountain villages of Minho and be amazed by the stunning landscape of Serra Amarela


Terras de Bouro
17: PR6 - Belvederes Trail
12km • 5h • Moderate
Discover 4 belvederes in Peneda-Gerês National Park with incredible views of the surrounding nature


Vieira do Minho
20: PR6 - Ave River Mills
6km • 3h • Moderate
A stunning walk along the Ave River to discover ancient mills and waterfalls, amidst lush landscapes and rural paths of the Serra da Cabreira


Vila Verde
23: PR1 - Fojo do Lobo and Vade River Spring Trail
13km • 4h • Easy
A magnificent walk through the mountains between rural villages and paths used by shepherds


Thematic Guide
Minho Historic Gardens Guide
24 Gardens
Discover 24 emblematic historic gardens of Minho, where nature and culture intertwine in breathtaking landscapes rich in history


Barcelos
3: PR5 - Banks of Cávado River
12.5km • 3.5h • Easy
Discover the heritage of the parish of Fornelos on a walk along the Cávado


Caminha
6: PR5 - Between the Sea and the Mountain
20km • 6h • Moderate
Sea and the Mountain united in a walk with the mouth of the River Minho River in the background


Guimarães
9: PR3 - Penha Route
8km • 3h • Easy
Fall in love with the breathtaking Pena Mountain, feel the mysticism of this sacred place and enjoy the fantastic views from its belvederes


Mondim de Basto
12: PR3 - Fisgas de Ermelo
13km • 5h • Moderate
Enjoy a natural paradise in the heart of the Alvão Natural Park and admire one of the largest waterfalls in Europe


Ponte de Lima
15: Table of the Four Abbots Walk
11km • 5h • Moderate
A beautiful scenic and cultural walk through rural paths, forests, and villages


Valença
18: PR6 - Mosteiró Trail
12km • 5h • Easy
Walk the old paths of two Valencian parishes


Vila Nova de Cerveira
21: PR2 - Interpretative Trail of Covas River
9.5km • 4h • Easy
A magnificent walk to contemplate the perfect harmony between the mountain, the valley and the Coura River


Vizela
24: PR1 - Vizela River Banks
5km • 2h • Easy
A relaxing pedestrian walk of biodiversity that develops around the crystal clear waters of the Vizela River