Peneda-Gerês National Park Total Protection Area

Category: Nature > Protected Area

District: Braga > Terras de Bouro > Campo do Gerês

Location

Situated in the municipality of Terras de Bouro, and notably close to the locality of Campo do Gerês, this highly protected area is a central point within the Peneda-Gerês National Park. Its geographical setting is predominantly mountainous, integrating into a vast mountain system where formations such as Serra Amarela, Serra do Gerês, and Serra do Soajo stand out.

The terrain features significant altitudes, generally ranging between 583 and 1531 meters. This characteristic lends the landscape a rugged and imposing relief, typical of the higher regions of Northern Portugal.

Preservation Status

The designation "Total Protection Area" underscores the most rigorous conservation status held by this zone. It means that the highest priority is the integral safeguarding of the ecosystems and the biodiversity present within them. Human intervention is, therefore, limited to the indispensable minimum, allowing natural processes to develop without external disturbances.

This level of environmental protection aims to ensure the permanence of essential habitats and the survival of the most vulnerable fauna and flora species, making the area a true wildlife refuge and a natural laboratory.

Natural Landscape and Ecological Value

The landscape of this protected area is a testament to the wild and untouched beauty of nature. Vegetative formations adapted to altitude conditions predominate, contributing to a verdant tapestry that stretches across valleys and slopes. The grandeur of the mountains merges with the purity of the watercourses, creating scenes of remarkable beauty.

The silence and vastness of nature are the dominant characteristics, providing an experience of contemplation and a deep connection with the environment. It is a place where observing flora and fauna in their natural environment, free from significant impacts, is one of the greatest attractions.

Visiting and Its Specifics

Given its classification as a Total Protection Area, access and activities in this zone are subject to specific rules. Often, visitation or the execution of certain activities requires prior authorization from the Park's managing entities, ensuring that human presence does not compromise the fragile ecosystems.

For those seeking an authentic and respectful experience with the purest nature, this place offers a unique opportunity. It is an invitation to discover an untouched environment, where serenity and the importance of conservation are felt with every step.

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