8 hour(s)
English
Included
€ 318
€ 292.56
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Discover the stunning beauty of the Paiva River on a scenic walk that takes you along the riverbanks, through steep slopes, and past impressive granite formations. This tranquil walk, which stretches for about 2.5 miles, follows an elevated wooden walkway that weaves through the valley and gorge. As you walk, you’ll be immersed in the untouched natural landscapes, with breathtaking views of the river and surrounding terrain, creating a peaceful and memorable journey.
Next, you’ll have the chance to cross one of the longest suspension bridges in the world—Bridge 516. Suspended 574 feet above the Paiva River, this incredible bridge spans nearly half a mile, offering unparalleled views of the river and the surrounding landscape. It’s a thrilling experience and a must-see feature of the region, adding an exciting element to your adventure.
To end the day, we’ll head to Aveiro, often referred to as the "Venice of Portugal." This charming city is best explored by boat, so we’ll take you on a 1-hour Moliceiro boat cruise through the city’s picturesque canals. As you glide through the waters, you’ll be captivated by Aveiro’s colorful buildings, unique Art Nouveau architecture, and serene atmosphere, making it a perfect conclusion to your unforgettable day.
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Good experience. Only walked over and back. A lot of people went off and walked the trail, but it's not a circular route so have to either get a taxi (in the middle of nowhere) or walk back up the very steep steps, to the go back over the bridge only at set times. It's definitely worth doing.
Before visiting the bridge, make sure that the bridge is open. How? You may call the contact center. Since we came from Porto, we did not want to get disappointed by the closure bridge once we arrived in Arouca. It was not a short journey, and yes it was worth it. Pros 1. You need to pay the admission fee entrance to cross the bridge. 2. Stunning view from the middle of the bridge. If you have a phobia of height, it is better to skip. 3. They have a lunch time operation during our visit, and we can cross back after they finish. 4. You must walk a few kms to reach the bridge. You just need to follow the sign. You will pass local housing. We parked our car close to the main street. There is also a taxi service if you are too lazy to walk. 5. You have an option to take the wood stairs down until the river. I skipped it since I already did that 6 years ago before the bridge opened.
Walking the 516 Arouca bridge feels like stepping into another world. The views are insane - mountains, cliffs, a wild river below. You’re surrounded by silence, wind, and nature. The trail is super clean and well-marked. Everything feels organized and safe. Please note: Tickets are only sold online (as guide told) Come at your scheduled time (groups start at time on ticket) Know your entrance before booking (there’s two different) A taxi from halfway back to bus station Arouca cost us 30 euros One of the most beautiful hikes I’ve done — and totally worth it.
Great experience. Great scene of the valley below, 170m below. Just make sure to buy ticket online in advance as the is no sale on location. We got tickets for the wrong hour on the wrong side 🤦♂️. The guard let us through, I’m not sure everyone will get lucky…
Although my knees were knocking, the experience was amazing from start to finish. We enjoyed the 2k walk. Well worth the entrance fee.
