Villages in
Natural Parks
Parishes surrounded by protected areas, walking trails and biodiversity-rich landscapes. A way to discover Portugal through nature first.
Protected nature
Portugal includes a remarkable mix of mountains, coastal reserves and protected ecosystems. Around them, villages have developed a close relationship with landscape and traditional land use.
If you are planning trails, wildlife observation and low-impact travel, these districts are a strong starting point for a nature-focused route.
Viana do Castelo
Peneda-Geres landscapes and northern villages between forest and mountain
Guarda
Serra da Estrela villages of altitude, granite and protected nature
Castelo Branco
Villages close to Tejo Internacional and historic border territories
Faro
Ria Formosa and southwest coastal landscapes of high ecological value
Setubal
Arrabida natural park villages between mountain and Atlantic coast
Braganca
Montesinho area with strong biodiversity and highland culture
Portalegre
Sao Mamede hills and green inland villages of Alto Alentejo
Aveiro
Lagoon, dunes and nature routes between marshes and pine forests
Start with one of Portugal's best-known mountain nature areas.
Explore Guarda