Activities
Multi Activity
Trans Serrano - 2 or 3 activities per week from leisurely nature walks to extreme adventure sports in the Gois area.
Horse Riding / Trekking
Gois Valley Riding - hourly treks, picnic rides, and holidays.
Motor Sports
Portugal 4x4.com tienda.autoaventura4x4.com/ 4x4 Jeep Thrustforth Motorcycle Holidays - luxury adventure touring with villa accommodation for up to 10 peopleWalking / Hiking
The Serra da Estrela is the backbone of Portugal, and the highest mountain range at 1993m, where granite spires and mountain pastures characterize the highest peaks in the land. The serra is riddled with a network of footpaths, giving easy access to one of the best walking regions in Portugal. The small, tranquil market towns that surround the serra are comfortable hiking bases.
In the Serra da Lousã, enjoy the eerie sensation of exploring mountain hamlets abandoned for decades.
Walking in Portugal
This book guides you through the countryside of Europe's forgotten outdoor destination with step-by-step descriptions of 33 walks, from one-hour strolls to epic, five-day adventures, all illustrated with detailed, full-colour maps. There's also information on walking conditions, wildlife, food & drink, accommodation and local culture.
Mountain Biking
Water Sports
Surf's Cool - Matosinhos Surf School, Porto
Surfing - information and links for surfing in Portugal
Surf and Bodyboard school in Figueira da Foz. Phone: 933366521 / email: fozmondego@clix.pt
Fishing Info - lots of good sea and river fishing available in the area. You don't need a licence for sea fishing but you do for river fishing. It costs 6 euros per year for a regional licence and 9 euros a year for a national licence. You can get a license from any fishing shop but the shop won't do it on the spot. It'll take a couple of days to come through as they go to the official government office to do it. You will need ID (passport or ID card). Children under 14 don't need a licence if accompanied by their parents.
