DISTANCE

4,5 km

DURATION

2 Hours

DIFFICULTY

Easy - Medium

TYPE OF ROUTE

Circular

ALTITUDE

Max. 848 M
Min. 647 M

Good Practices for
Nature Conservation of
Vale do Lourêdo

When visiting Vale do Lourêdo, it is important to remember that we have to take into consideration Nature and the impact that our visit may have on local ecosystems. To this end, we recommend some actions, so that you can enjoy the natural beauty of the Valley, without harming its biodiversity.

Avoid leaving available trails and paths

Do not trample areas outside the paths

Leaving the place as you found it

Take garbage and other waste, do not bury it

Do not build any structures

Do not stack stones or other materials

Avoid noise and noisy activities

Do not disturb local biodiversity

Don't pick up plants

Do not uproot plants, mosses, lichens or other biodiversity from their natural substrate, even dry leaves on the ground can serve as shelter for local biodiversity

Keep distance from animals

Observe animals without disturbing them, with binoculars, and do not feed them

Don't make fire

Do not build fires, discard cigarette butts, or engage in other types of behavior that could cause forest fires

Practice nature tourism activities in authorized locations

Accompany yourself with duly accredited tourism and nature sports companies with all safety conditions

Bring appropriate equipment

 Depending on the activity to be carried out, it is advisable to take water, suitable footwear and clothing, supplies, bags for waste, a map of the area and contact details of local authorities.