Visit to the Ermo das Águias rewilding area

Rewilding in the Greater Côa Valley

Besides the region’s incredible natural values, the Greater Côa Valley represents a unique opportunity to apply rewilding principles in the region due to the high levels of rural abandonment.

This opportunity can be seized by adopting a large-scale landscape perspective and working to improve connectivity between natural areas. At the same time, supporting sustainable business models can stimulate local economies and bring added value to the communities in the area. The Rewilding Portugal association manages three areas in the Greater Côa Valley, according to the principles and philosophy of rewilding conservation.

This half-day activity includes a visit to the Ermo das Águias rewilding area, in Pinhel.

Only takes place with a minimum of 6 participants. Maximum of 10 participants.

TECHNICAL SHEET

Length: about 4-5Km.

Duration: 3h to 4h.

Start: 9am.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Tour guide

All permits

Nature conservation contribution fee

Local transport

Insurance

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

Others not specified.

HIGHLIGHTS

Rewilding area

Great diversity of birds

Endemic fauna and flora

Primitive breed of indigenous horses

The wild Tauros

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How is this activity carried out?

The activity consists of a walking route through the rewilding area. However, access to the start of the route will be made in our vehicle, on a dirt track section of about 2Km.

Single-use plastics

In our activities, we promote the non-use of single-use plastics. Therefore, we recommend that our clients bring their own water bottle.

What to wear/what footwear?

This activity requires comfortable footwear (preferably hiking boots or trainers), clothing suited to the season and the weather forecast.

Smoking

In dry weather, it is very dangerous to smoke in the countryside. We ask that you only smoke at the end of the activity. And do not throw cigarette butts on the ground.

Accommodation suggestions in the region

Casa da Praça, Casa do Brigadeiro, Casa Villar Mayor, Côa Honeycomb, Quinta do Rio Noemi, Cró Hotel Thermal & SPA, Centro Rewilding

Environmental responsibility

During our activities, we are committed to safeguarding the environment, minimizing environmental impacts and reducing pollution. By carrying out this activity, we support the management and conservation actions that promote the coexistence and return of wild species to the Greater Côa Valley, under the management of Rewilding Portugal, through a financial contribution.