Trails
by Montimerso Skyscape Countryhouse
The guide of trails around Alqueva Lake
Welcome!
Now you can start your journey along the fantastic trails of the Alentejo cork oak forest.
We've put together this guide to help you on your journey, we share with you some of the trails that surround us, as well as information, tips and contacts, so that you don't miss a thing!
Let's start by getting to know the unique region in which we find ourselves a little better.
ABOUT
ALENTEJO
AN INTRODUCTION TO THE CALM AND UNIQUE MANTLE THAT COVERS THE SOUTH OF PORTUGAL
The Alentejo is a vast territory, located in the south of Portugal, corresponding to around 1/3 of the country's territory and its low population density makes it the perfect place to enjoy nature.
It offers unique landscapes where you can find plains, plateaus and mountains, animals and unique vegetation, as well as an important cultural heritage and ancient traditions that are still practiced.
A network of walking routes - the TransAlentejo Network - has been created throughout the territory, structured and selected with the aim of revealing the best we have in terms of landscape, natural values and heritage.
Whether it's sunny or raining, the most important thing is to go. It's easy: one step after another and you gain time to absorb the nature and history of each place.
We've selected 3 routes near Montimerso SkyScape CountryHouse and Alqueva to start your discovery of the Alentejo:
SIGNALS
SIGNS TO KNOW BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF YOUR WALK.
RIGHT DIRECTION
WRONG DIRECTION
TURN LEFT
TURN RIGHT
TYPES
FLORA
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FAUNA
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SOME EXAMPLES OF THE FAUNA AND FLORA THAT CAN BE FOUND ON THE TRAILS.
During your walk along these magnificent trails, you can enjoy a natural ecosystem that is unique in the world, consisting of holm oaks, cork oaks, olive trees and more.
The fauna is varied: hares, rabbits, wild boar, foxes, more than 60 species of birds such as songbirds, waterfowl and birds of prey and more than 15 species of fish such as carp, barbel, pike and others can also be found in the magnificent Alqueva Lake.
During your walk along these trails you will have the opportunity to be dazzled by the natural charms of this magical green blanket that covers the south of Portugal.
10 TIPS
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BEHAVIOR
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Walk the trails as a group or if you're walking alone, leave information about the trail you're taking;
On a walk organised by someone else, pay attention to the guide's instructions;
Choose the area of your walk to stay overnight, bring your own meals or let yourself be charmed by the local flavours;
Use comfortable clothing and footwear;
Take enough water and food for a day and a first aid kit;
Walk only on paths reserved for hiking and respect public and private property;
Avoid disturbing the wildlife around you;
Be careful when crossing danger zones, if in doubt turn back;
Be extra careful when crossing roads or railway lines;
Never leave your rubbish on the ground, put it in the right bins;
CONTACTS
EMERGENCY
