Marão: The Mountain Range That Challenges You to Go Further
Not everyone is ready for Marão.
In other words, this is no ordinary mountain range. It's a natural fortress that rises between deep valleys and ancestral trails. So, if you're looking for a weekend of adventure where every step uncovers secrets buried in time, keep reading.
This is the getaway that will make the hearts of those who live to explore beat a little faster.
Two days, two trails, one mountain range full of emotions.
- Total distance: Approximately 22 km, split over two days. (14 + 8)
- Difficulty: Moderate – enough for those who enjoy a good challenge, but without excessive demands.
- Highlights: Abandoned mines, enchanted forests, wild rivers, and breathtaking viewpoints.
DAY 1: Marão River Trail – A Journey to the Forgotten Past
Here, time moves to a different beat. A rhythm set by the sound of the river and the wind that whispers through ancient oaks.
In this sense, today's trail winds through stone paths, mine ruins that tell stories of blood, sweat, and tears, and even passes by the famous trout hatcheries of the Marão.
But the real bonus of this day? The viewpoint at Alto do Espinho. Sometimes, one of those places that makes anyone forget their worries and simply soak in the vastness of the landscape.
Other highlights of this hike:
- Paths flanked by forests that seem to come straight out of a tale.
- Forgotten mines, remnants of a lost industrial era.
- Breathtaking views over the Marão River valley.
DAY 2: O Marão tem Sangue Azul – Among Legends and Surreal Landscapes
On the other hand, while the first day was a dive into the wild nature, the second takes us to the legends that still echo through the mountains.
Thus, we traverse ancient trails once used by nobles and travelers, pass by estates forgotten in time, and uncover a side of Marão that few have ever seen.
But… what's the highlight of this hike? A secret viewpoint where the horizon blends into the mountains. The kind of view that makes you stop, take a deep breath, and feel that every step was worth it.
Other highlights of this hike:
- Paths marked by the footprints of history.
- Manor houses and palaces hidden within the vegetation.
- Panoramas that make us feel on top of the world.
Who is this experience for?
- For those who don't just want to hike, but rather live every trail.
- For those who enjoy stories buried in time and landscapes from another world.
- For those who want a getaway that challenges without exhausting.
What's the program?
- Meeting point: To be etermined (near Amarante).
- Duration: 2 days.
- Includes: 1 night of accommodation with breakfast, local guide for the hikes, travel insurance, energy supplements for both hikes, and an experience that will be etched in your memory.
- Not included: Transportation, main meals, and anything not described as “included”.
Ready to discover the Marão like few others?
Finally, this is not just any getaway. It's a journey to the heart of one of Portugal's most iconic mountain ranges.
An invitation to get lost in the trails and find yourself in the vastness of nature.
