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Mata Nacional do Bucaco

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Mata Nacional do Bucaco
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Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Scenic Walking Areas
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Sheila L
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Very dissapointed
May 2021
Went today as a treat on our Wedding Anniversary as we love walking, in our 60 and 70 but fit. However cannot recommend this walk for our age. the Palace outside is stunning and garden around . We then followed the signs into the woods via blue arrows. The ground is very uneven, badly signposted and following the arrows we encountered fallen trees on the paths (which we had to climb over) slippery muddy paths which then it lead to an area that we had to fight through to get to the end. We have been on much better walks that we did not have to pay 5 euros to park. Could not wait to get away.
Written 22 May 2021
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Bruna Fonseca
7 contributions
Peaceful and quite
Jun. 2020 • Family
A great place to walk, breathe and reset the brain!
It deserves now a rehabilitation, either of the woods and the buildings.
Written 11 June 2020
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BelaN74
Mississauga, Canada4,008 contributions
Disappointed in a few things
Jul. 2019
I use to come here as a kid so I was so excited for this trip and visit. Firstly we did stay at the hotel so on our drive up the place was crowded with people and cars. Apparently there was a Children Festival the day we came up. BUT this was not noted anywhere on their website. We booked this hotel to come for a hike and have peace and calm and there were kids running around everywhere and I am not a fan of kids; especially ones running around screaming. They also placed a big stage in front of this beautiful building; so much for taking a nice photo. Then we went for a hike; followed the signs but next found our destination; annoying. So not what I expected.
Written 11 January 2020
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Rui Pedro
Luso, Portugal20 contributions
Great place to visit. Beautiful and calm
Oct. 2019
Beautiful place full of green.
Protected area with many walking tracks.
Many spots to see the sunset or just to enjoy the view over the horizon.
It also has a "Via Sacra" that symbolizes the last days of Jesus Christ.
Written 9 October 2019
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MarlonMartinez
London, UK25 contributions
Gentle walking and fresh air
Aug. 2019
This place was recommended by the locals on my way to Porto.
Getting there was a little confusing.
5€ to get your car through.
Not really much to do apart from walking and seeing a few churches. The main attraction for me was the view from the cross, it was the highest I’ve been in portugal.
You could see for miles!
Written 20 September 2019
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Cetatzeni
Bucharest, Romania478 contributions
Disappointed
Jul. 2019
We had a long detour from our way to Porto through a winding road . As we arrived without too much knowledge about the place we got to the Touristic Info point but surprise : no one there and no indication when could be !!!
We moved around and finally understood that that was a place to go for a whole day to a picnic with family and or friends .
We walked a bit through the wood which was fine and peaceful but with a general feeling of neglect although you have pay to get there ...
Written 26 August 2019
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tony772014
Viseu, Portugal36 contributions
Peaceful!
Jun. 2019
Visited centre of Portugal and decided to visit Buçaco. We had a pleasant walk and just enjoyed the nature and clean air! I would advise comfortable footwear.
Written 22 August 2019
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Miguel S
Almada, Portugal81 contributions
Bussaco seems like a fairy tale experience
Aug. 2019
While staying at the hotel Bussaco we took a day to walk the medium size trail and were fascinated with the impressive beauty. The information in the back side of the hotel will provide you a map and all the information one needs.
Written 19 August 2019
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Michele P
Porto, Portugal114 contributions
Superb day out away from the busy cities
Aug. 2019
If you're looking for a diverse walk through the beauty of nature, then this is for you. From the stunning palace ( which you can only see inside, if you're staying there) , to the many walking trails, you certainly will find something o love in this forest area. The stations of the cross have being preserved to a certain degree, but many are in ruins. you do get a good idea of the craftsmanship involved, though. The walk to the lakes took us about an hour, and really, there are so many trails, one could quite easily spend the whole day there. Their coffee shop is nice, but you will need patience, as they are extremely busy. overall, one of my most enjoyable days.
Written 18 August 2019
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QuintaSerena
Sao Martinho do Porto, Portugal35 contributions
nice visit
Jul. 2019
Such a beautifull place, we had a wonderfull walk with the dogs in the garden and woods! We didn't go inside
Written 8 August 2019
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