Presentation
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This Regional Natural Park (with about 25.000 ha) is characterized by the presence of mountains and imposing quartzite crests, plateau areas with a little relief and fitted valleys with steep sides mainly on the final sections of the Tua and the Tinhela rivers. The Tua valley has some of the most interesting vegetable formations of the Terra Quente: boxwood masses, maple wood and cork oak woods with Portuguese oak. Diverse flora - 700 species of vascular flora - with highlight for the endemics Digitalis purpurea subsp. amandiana - and 400 cryptogamic flora (bryophyta and lichen).
In terms of fauna 943 species were registered up to this day, of which 744 are land invertebrates, 15 fish species, 20 reptiles, 123 birds and 29 mammal species of which 14 are bats. The construction of the Foz-Tua dam (predicted to end in 2016) will create changes - namely due to the presence of its reservoir - in the natural and landscape characteristics of the Tua valley and its surrounding areas.
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Agência de Desenvolvimento Regional do Vale do Tua
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Rivers and marshes
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North
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Alijó
Carrazeda de Ansiães
Mirandela
Vila Flor
Murça
Identification and Access
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Access coming from:
- Mirandela through the N214 until Frechas, heading towards Vila Flor; From Vila Flor follow the N214 to Mirandela, turning towards the EM604 until Vilas Boas.
- Carrazeda de Ansiães through the N214 in the direction of Vila Flor, until Mogo de Malta.
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Tip
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Climb up to one of several belvederes and enjoy the Tua and Tinhela rivers and the landscape, always the landscape... Eat an "alheira" or any other typical dish of this area which is welcoming to visitors and enjoy a Port wine.
To observe the fauna leave early in the morning or a bit before dusk. Bring binoculars and a camera, if you have them. Always pay attention to the weather forecast and avoid performing activities in days of rain, thunderstorm or fog. Avoid going out by yourself, but, if you do, inform an acquaintance or a local entity of your departure and return. Use simple and comfortable clothes. Make outerwear, food, water, sunscreen and/or a raincoat available. You may also want to take a cellphone and flashlight (do not start a fire and don't dispose of cigarette butts incorrectly). Take special precautions when walking in moist and rocky areas, to avoid falling and do not act in a way that might endanger yourself or others.
In case of an accident contact the emergency service 112.
Supports in place
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The Nature Park has informational and directional signage.
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Statutes of Conservation
near you
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'Comboio Histórico' (Historic Train): a leisurely stroll. Travel in CP's Historic Train is like taking a trip back in time. A path along the river, marked by the beauty of the landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the train, with five historic carriages, travels the distance that goes from the station Régua toTua, a trip to the past. (CP site). -
Circuit of the tour boats on the Douro: at Foz Tua and Senhora da Ribeira there are piers that support navigation in the Douro and to tourist transport that cross the river.
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Weather Conditions
What you can do
1. Spring invites you to walk through the countryside. Grab your camera and record it.
1. While there are no trails, stroll through the rural roads enjoying Cachão quartzite cliffs on Tua right bank and the fauna and flora.
2. Visit the thermae.
3. Join one of the region many festivities.
1. Enjoy the landscape of Alto Douro Vinhateiro, painted with the red of the vines.
1. Cold invites you to enjoy the good cuisine of the region. Accept the invitation!
Best Season: All year long
Parque Natural Regional do Vale do Tua (Headquarters)
R. Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Edifício da Associação de Municípios da Terra Quente Transmontana
5370-340 MIRANDELA
Phone/Fax: (00351) 278 201 430
E-mail: parquenatural@valetua.pt
