Peneda-Gerês National Park

Peneda-Gerês National Park is the only national park in Portugal.

Peneda-Gerês National Park Halal Explorer

Located in the neighborhoods of Viana do Castelo, Braga and Vila Real; set along the mountains of Peneda, Larouco, Geres, it is one of the most spectacular in the Iberian Peninsula.

Flora and fauna

The park has a large variety of fauna - including deer, wild horses, wolves and birds of prey - and flora such as pine, yew, chestnut and oak trees, as well as medicinal plants.

What to see in Peneda-Gerês National Park

• Soajo - a town known for its large number of granaries, constructed to protect crops from rodents. The town's chapel also merits a visit or pilgrimage.

• Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Peneda - Shrine of Our Lady of Peneda. | 41.973772, -8.222933 - 18th-century shrine, inspired by the Bom Jesus shrine in Braga. It includes a staircase known as the "staircase of virtues" and the "Yard of the Evangelists" and a church. In 1220 and the Virgin Mary is said to have made an appearance in person.

• Santuário de São Bento da Porta Aberta - Shrine of Saint Benedict of the Open Door - 41.690423, -8.203417 Rio Caldo ☎ +351 253 390 180 | Opening Hours: Every day 08:00–19:00 - Built in the 19th century, this shrine is famous for the blue tiles inside the main chapel.

• Mata da Albergaria 41.763557, -8.234537 2 kilometers south of Portela do Homem, on the M531 road - A botanical reserve of great importance, which hosts many oak trees which are emblematic of the region's vegetation. It is also notable for the trace remains of an old Roman road, which crosses the reserve and once linked Braga with León in Spain.

Best things to do in Peneda-Gerês National Park

There are a couple of nice hiking opportunities in the park. You can get free maps and information at the tourist information centre in Gerês, but they only offer information for nearby tracks. For information on other tracks you have to go to an office of the national park itself.

Hiking tracks from Gerês

• PR 3: starts and ends in Gerês; duration: 5 hr:

Goes up the mountain close to Gerês through beautiful forest until a viewpoint, where you can see all over the valley and the lake. Then and the trail goes on a plateau with very nice rock formations, where you can see some wild horses and cattle. Then down you go again through forest and the valley back on an asphalt road (no traffic) to Gerês.

• PR10: “the lazy trail”: starts and ends in Gerês; duration: 2 hr:

A circuit through the forest at the mountain in Gerês.

Halal Restaurants in Peneda-Gerês National Park

• Restaurante Castrum Villae | 42.030689, -8.159698 Castro Laboreiro ☎ +351 251 460 010 +351 351 251 460 019 - Traditional gastronomy in muslim-friendly surroundings. Located in the hotel of the same name.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Peneda-Gerês National Park

Peneda-Gerês National Park - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Peneda-Gerês National Park, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Peneda-Gerês National Park. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Peneda-Gerês National Park and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Peneda-Gerês National Park. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Peneda-Gerês National Park. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inPeneda-Gerês National Park: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Peneda-Gerês National Park.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Peneda-Gerês National Park, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Peneda-Gerês National Park, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Peneda-Gerês National Park without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Peneda-Gerês National Park is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Peneda-Gerês National Park.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Peneda-Gerês National Park is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Lodging

There is lots of accommodation in Gerês.

• Hostel Gerês - 21 Rua de Arnaçó ☎ +351 253 391 119 - Has dorms and double rooms with/without bathroom. Nice terrace, big common area, kitchen. Good spot for meeting other travellers.

• Hotel Castrum Villae | 42.030689, -8.159698 Castro Laboreiro ☎ +351 251 460 010 +351 351 251 460 019 - Casual and traditional hotel, with on-site restaurant. Clean rooms and free wifi.

Camping Places

• Lamas de Mouro Veigas de Lama, Lamas de Mouro, 5 kilometers south of Lamas de Mouro ☎ +351 251 466 041
• Lima Escape - Lugar de Igreja, Entre Ambos-os-Rios, Ponte da Barca ☎ +351 926 503 332
• Parque Cerdeira - On N307 road ☎ +351 253 351 005

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