Explore Portugal’s Top 9 National Parks And Nature Sites

7. Nature Park of Arrábida

The warm Mediterranean climate in the area caused the park to grow a large variety of vegetation to boast about, decorating it like a painting on the ground. From yellow to dark green, the colors change slowly as you approach the white sandy beach, and this is a perfect place to travel if you are visiting Lisbon. You can take a peaceful walk on the beach and enjoy the pleasant breeze coming from the sea, or embark on a boat tour from which you can admire the beauty of the beach from a distance – either way, pleasure here is guaranteed.

8. Peneda-Geres National Park

Peneda-Geres is located in the far north of Portugal, and it is actually a national park whose purpose is to preserve the beautiful landscape of the Geres Mountains. While there are very few mountain peaks in the park, the top two offer stunning panoramic views that shouldn’t be missed. Each trail passes through beautiful vegetation and interesting sites, including ancient buildings from the time of the first settlers in the area, as well as a number of waterfalls you can be impressed by despite the ruins of an entire village drowned in water.

9. Sintra-Cascais Natural Park

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This is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Portugal, and it has quite a few attractions for its lucky visitors. While you can explore the impressive mountain range in the park, it is best known for its historical sites, including the 8th century AD Moor’s Castle and the famous Pena Palace towering above its green surroundings. If you want to see an amazing view of the Atlantic Ocean, it is recommended to go up to the top of the Cabo da Roca Tower which stands right by the sea.