PR15 Journey into Prehistory

This “journey” takes place essentially on the plateau of the Serra da Freita. Departing and arriving in the village of Merujal, you’ll be able to see some of the most significant geosites in the “Enchanted Mountain Range”, especially the Pedras Parideiras, the Frecha da Mizarela and the Pedras Boroas do Junqueiro. Merujal, Cabaços and Castanheira are some of the most characteristic villages in this part of the Arouca Geopark.

Other points of interest: the villages of Merujal, Cabaços, Castanheira and Albergaria da Serra; Portela da Anta; Mamoas do Monte Calvo; Casa das Pedras Parideiras.

Recommended Season

All year round, bear in mind that in winter Serra da Freita is subject to low temperatures with snowfall and ice formation.
Average Duration: 05h00
Extension: 17Km
Typology: Circular
Difficulty: Médio/Alto
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The pedestrian routes of the great route (GR) and the small route (PR) are marked, in both directions, according to the rules of the Portuguese Camping and Mountaineering Federation. The white and red marks signal a great route and the yellow and red marks, a small route.

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Merujal

Merujal

Albergaria da Serra

Albergaria da Serra

Albergaria da Serra

Albergaria da Serra

Pedras Boroas

Pedras Boroas

Merujal

Merujal