Castro Laboreiro

Type of Activity: Guided circular hike.

Route Description:The route begins in Castro Laboreiro, known for its ancient traditions and rustic architecture. Prepare to traverse historic paths that include stone walkways used during transhumance and Roman remnants, offering a window into the region’s past.

Points of Interest:

• Nature and Landscape: Travel a route that passes through stunning natural landscapes, including ponds, waterfalls, and the dense Albergaria forest.
• Historical Heritage: Visit the Roqueiro Castle, one of the oldest in Portugal, and discover Roman landmarks along the Via Nova XVIII.
• Local Life: Interact with local people and learn more about their traditions and way of life.

Additional Information:

• Duration: Approximately 7:30 hours, including 3 hours of walking.
• Availability: Available year-round.
• Number of People: From 2 to 8.
• Elevation (gain/loss): +876|-870 m.
• Difficulty: Easy to moderate.

What’s Included:

• Local English-speaking guide.
• Picnic lunch with drinks.
• Personal accident insurence.
• Transfer from Arcos de Valdeve to the starting point, and from the ending point to Arcos de Valdevez.

What’s not Included:

• Other personal expenses.

Notes:

• Although there are no long steep climbs, the terrain is rugged and requires appropriate walking shoes.
• There is hardly any shade so get an early start in summer months and make sure to protect yourself against the sun by wearing a hat and sun cream.

Extra Services: Pick up and drop off from you acommodation to the starting point, and from the ending point to your acommodation.

Payments: To make your reservation, you must pay 50% of the amount by bank transfer to IBAN:

• PT50 0018 000355618532020 36
• MBWAY: +351 968377470

You must send the following data to the following email: geral@montesa.pt

• Full name:
• Date of birth:
• Transfer confirmation.

Cancelation policy:

Cancellation policy: If canceled up to 15 days before the event, 100% of the amount paid will be refunded. From the 14th to the 3rd day before the event, the reservation amount (50%) will be charged. Up to the 3rd day before the event you must pay the remaining 50% of the total amount.