Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Braga > Cabeceiras de Basto > Raposeira > Vinha de Mouros
The Vinha de Mouros Environmental Education Centre is located in the village of Raposeira, within the municipality of Cabeceiras de Basto. It is situated in an extensive forested area, characteristic of the Minho landscape, extending through natural environments. This location provides a tranquil and immersive environment, ideal for direct contact with the region's biological diversity.
This centre is dedicated to the enhancement and conservation of Cabeceiras de Basto's natural heritage. It functions as an important hub for the observation and study of the native species, both fauna and flora, that characterise this area. Its mission focuses on protecting the local ecosystem and promoting greater environmental awareness, inviting visitors to understand the richness of the surrounding wildlife.
In addition to its educational aspect, the Environmental Education Centre offers various options for outdoor leisure. Visitors can enjoy a picnic park, an inviting space for meals in communion with nature, and a children's playground, which includes a mini-golf area for the enjoyment of the younger ones. There is also an outdoor fitness trail, ideal for physical activity in harmony with the landscape. A reception building is available to support and guide visits to this space that combines nature with recreation.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.5173955,-7.9958455
Coordinates DMS: 41°31'2.6"N 07°59'45.0"W