PR-Touvedo Easy
PR de Touvedo — Levadas and Villages
A short circular route along the levadas, small chapels and granite villages around Touvedo.
- Distance
- 7 km
- Elevation
- 180 m
- Duration
- 2h30
Experiences
Trails, river, mountain.
Every stay is an invitation to discover the best of the Alto Minho — trails, waterfalls, walks along the river Lima and experiences in the Peneda-Gerês National Park. Explore the region's historic villages, savour Minho gastronomy and taste the renowned Vinho Verde. Between nature, culture and tradition, Ponte da Barca offers unique moments for every taste.
Easy · 3
PNPG-Mezio Easy
Porta do Mezio — Mezio Trail
Entrance to the Peneda-Gerês National Park, 30 min by car. Interpretive trail, ideal for families.
- Distance
- 5 km
- Elevation
- 220 m
- Duration
- 1h45
Soajo Easy
Soajo — Granaries and Waterfall
Village of Soajo, 25 min away, with its famous granite espigueiros (corn granaries) and an accessible waterfall.
- Distance
- 4 km
- Elevation
- 120 m
- Duration
- 1h30
Moderate · 2
GR50 Moderate
Grande Rota do Gerês — Touvedo stage
A GR 50 stage that starts literally at the door, crosses the Serra Amarela and ends in Lindoso. Views over the Lima valley.
- Distance
- 14 km
- Elevation
- 650 m
- Duration
- 5h
CPI Moderate
Caminho Português Interior — Ponte da Barca → Lindoso stage
The inland variant of the Camino de Santiago, crossing Ponte da Barca and following the Lima riverbank to Lindoso.
- Distance
- 18 km
- Elevation
- 420 m
- Duration
- 5–6h
On the river and the mountain
Bravães Kayak Park.
About 10 minutes by car from the house, Centro Aventura — Bravães Kayak Park runs activities on the river Lima and across the Alto Minho, with specialised guides, insurance and equipment included.
Lima river kayak descent
6.5 km of crystal-clear water with 5 easy rapids — ideal for families and beginners. Double kayak, life jacket, helmet, instructor, mid-route snack and photos included. Departures 9:30 and 15:00.
€35–50 · ±2h30
SUP on the river Lima
Stand-up paddle on calm waters and small rapids — full tour or a first-timer intro session.
€40–60
Intro to kayaking
Basic paddling technique in a safe setting on the river Lima — perfect for first-timers.
€20
High ropes course
Treetop obstacle course at the Bravães park — aerial challenges for kids and adults alike.
€15
E-bike tours
Guided electric-bike routes through the landscapes of the Alto Minho.
€60+
4x4 tours in Peneda-Gerês
Jeep and van tours through the National Park and the region's hidden corners, with photo stops.
€80+
Book directly with the centre at centroaventura.pt — mention you are staying at Casa da Pedrada.