5-Day Nature Itinerary for Viana Do Castelo, Portugal

  1. Day 1: Serra d'Arga Mountain
    30 minutes (24.5 km) from Viana do Castelo

    Hike the trails up through Serra d'Arga Mountain for panoramic views. Pass by medieval villages and waterfalls as you explore the peaceful mountain range.

  2. Day 2: Praia do Cabedelo
    20 minutes (11 km) from Serra d'Arga Mountain

    Visit Praia do Cabedelo for a day of relaxation with stunning views and water sports. Take a surfing lesson and enjoy the Hospedaria Vila Praia do Ancora seafood platter at lunch.

  3. Day 3: Ecovia do Vez
    40 minutes (29 km) from Praia do Cabedelo

    Take a cycling trip or walk along the Ecovia do Vez for 30 km of forest, castles, and river views. Enjoy the Portuguese countryside and visit the medieval bridge of Vilela.

  4. Day 4: Rio Lima Estuary Nature Reserve
    30 minutes (18.7 km) from Ecovia do Vez

    See beautiful flamingoes and blue herons in the Rio Lima Estuary Nature Reserve. Relax at the lush forest and enjoy the boat trip, and stop at Cafe del Rio for local cuisine.

  5. Day 5: Monte de Santa Luzia
    10 minutes (2.9 km) from Rio Lima Estuary Nature Reserve

    End your trip with a visit to the Monte de Santa Luzia basilica, perched atop a hill overlooking Viana do Castelo. Drive or hike up the hill for unbeatable panoramic views of the city and the sea.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Serra d'Arga Mountain Hike (4 hours, free)
  • Hospedaria Vila Praia do Ancora seafood platter (1 hour, €€)
  • Praia do Cabedelo water sports and surfing (3 hours, €€€)
  • Vilela medieval bridge (2 hours, free)
  • Rio Lima Estuary Nature Reserve boat trip (2 hours, €€)
  • Cafe del Rio local cuisine (1 hour, €€)
  • Monte de Santa Luzia basilica visit (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (€€€€)

Useful tips

If you have extra time, visit the Convento de Santa Lucia. If you have less time, skip the boat trip in Rio Lima Estuary Nature Reserve. Add a visit to the Museu de Arte e Arqueologia de Viana do Castelo if you are interested in the history of the city.

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