Convent Park

Category: Nature > Park

District: Castelo Branco > Fundão > Fundão > União do Grande Fundão

Location

The Parque do Convento is located within the urban perimeter of Fundão, within the area of the União do Grande Fundão. Its position is strategic, serving as an gateway to the natural surroundings of Serra da Gardunha. This location offers a direct link between the urban environment and the serenity of the mountainous landscape, inviting outdoor exploration.

A Green Space for Leisure

This pleasant space is an invitation to well-being and leisure. The park was designed to provide moments of tranquility, with areas that allow for relaxing strolls and direct contact with nature. Its serene atmosphere makes it a suitable place for a break from routine, integrating harmoniously into the urban landscape of Fundão.

Activities for the Adventurous Spirit

For those seeking dynamism and adventure, the park offers various amenities. There is a fitness circuit, ideal for outdoor exercise. Tree-top adventure activities and climbing provide challenges and fun, with courses that develop among the treetops, full of platforms and obstacles. It is also a central point for cycling, featuring MTB trails for various ages and marking the entrance to the extensive network of trails of the Serra da Gardunha MTB Centre, which covers a vast area of marked routes. The Rota da Pedra d’Hera also begins here, an invitation to pedestrian discovery.

Gathering and Family Recreation

The space is particularly welcoming for family moments. It features several children's playgrounds, providing dedicated play areas for children. One of the main attractions is the picnic area, equipped with tables, barbecue areas, and sinks, creating the ideal conditions for picnics and outdoor meals. It is a place that encourages sharing and socializing, in a natural and accessible environment.

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