
Bridge 546 & Freita
516 Bridge, Passadiços do Paiva, Serra da Freita, Serra da Arada, Serra de São Macário
516 Bridge
The most exciting 516 meters of your life. Come live the experience of crossing a pedestrian bridge suspension over one of the wildest rivers in Europe, Paiva River. Witness a true engineering prodigy and be dazzled by a landscape inserted in a UNESCO Global Geopark.
Passadiços do Paiva
Paiva Walkways are located on the left bank of the Paiva River, in Arouca municipality, Aveiro, Portugal. They are 8 km that provide a walk “untouched”, surrounded by unique beauty of landscapes, in an authentic natural sanctuary along the brave waters downhills, quartz crystals and endangered species in Europe. The route extends from the river beaches of Areinho and Espiunca, lying between them, the Vau beach. A journey through biology, geology and archeology that will remain, of course, in heart, soul and in mind of any nature lover.
8 Km / Distance, 2h 30m / Average Time, Hard / Difficulty, Linear / Route
Serra da Freita, Serra de São Macário, Serra da Arada
Rising like a giant over the town of Arouca, Freita spreads its green mantle across the lands of Arouca, São Pedro do Sul and Vale de Cambra. Its magic, its easy enchantment and the air of lost paradise that it reveals to those who delve into it, make the «Serra Encantada» one of the mandatory crossing points and stops in the Arouca Geopark.
Crossing its paths means meeting points in the history of these lands – such as Mamoa da Portela da Anta -, small villages that fit into the landscape, unique phenomena in the world, such as Pedras Parideiras, and landscapes that cut through the breathing, like near Frecha da Mizarela. Along the plateau, we find 17 of the 41 geosites of the Arouca Geopark, unique conditions for practicing some adventure sports and walking routes that guide us through the unique beauty of this mountain range.
Departure time from pick up point: around 8am.
Expected time to end the trip: around 6pm (subject to change).
What’s included: confortable transportation, wifi, water, amenities, lunch at typical portuguese restaurant.
Not included: entrance tickets (when applied).
Price: 350€ euros for 2 people, you can add another person for an extra of 50€ euros.











