Golden Tones at the Pateira de Fermentelos
A Poetry of Water, Light and Biodiversity
With the arrival of the golden tones that dye the largest natural lagoon in the Iberian Peninsula, we celebrate autumn at the Pateira de Fermentelos. Among secular paths, tranquil water mirrors and the slow cadence of nature, we invite you to experience the riverside soul on a journey full of harmony, history and authentic experiences.
• follow the course of the Águeda and Cértoma rivers among willows and poplars
• discover the heritage of the old "Eirol sandstone" quarries
• enjoy a memorable end to the journey with a comforting Flute d'Honra
choose your experience
Autumn Tones at the Pateira de Fermentelos
walk: €30
included
guide, insurance, return transfer to Óis da Ribeira and the traditional Flute d'Honra
all conditions and terms of participation can be consulted here: *
available dates:
autumn experience:
from 23 September to 31 October
(by prior appointment)
walking tour route:
linear walk of ~12km with easy+ difficulty level
recommended equipment:
comfortable footwear for walking, clothing appropriate for the season, small rucksack, water
conditions:
minimum of 5 participants
booking compulsory
information for international visitors:
if you prefer Portuguese, please check the Portuguese version for full details and support
on the Autumn Trail
Setting off from Óis da Ribeira, we follow the winding course of the Águeda river to the historic Requeixo bridge. Through curtains
of willows and poplars, we draw closer to the vast expanse of the Pateira, shaped by the waters of the Cértoma river.
Past the Óis da Ribeira park and the memories of the old quarry where the prestigious Eirol sandstone was extracted, we reach the Espinhel park, a privileged sanctuary for birdwatching in the autumn tranquillity.
On the final stage of our journey, we walk towards Perrães, skirting the traditional rice fields.
We finish the route at the cosy Carreiro Velho park, where we toast with a distinctive Flute d'Honra.
book now – limited spaces
available dates: from 23 September to 31 October
(upon enquiry and prior booking)
• feel the slowed-down pace of slow travel in the largest natural lagoon
• enjoy an exclusive Flute d'Honra at Carreiro Velho
do not miss the opportunity to secure your place on this autumn experience
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