Albergaria Forest
Mata da Albergaria
The best-preserved primeval oak forest upstream of the Gerês River. Its streams are clear, Roman milestones are scattered through the trees, and it is the park's core ecological area.
Albergaria Forest lies north of Gerês town, on both sides of the road to Portela do Homem on the Portuguese-Spanish border. It is the park's most intact primeval forest of oak and holly, with European oak, cork oak, holly and many species of fern. The Gerês River winds through the trees and forms many clear pools. The ancient Roman Geira Road crosses this forest, and groups of Roman milestones stand along it. This is a strictly protected area. Parking on the forest road is prohibited except at designated spots. During peak summer, traffic is also restricted and managed with fees, according to notices from Portugal's nature conservation authority. The forest suits walking the ancient road, or driving through and then exploring at Portela do Homem.
Opening hours
Open all day (road restrictions in peak season)
Nearby sights
- Geira Roman Road
- Portela do Homem Waterfall
- Arado Waterfall
- Junceda Viewpoint
- Vilarinho da Furna
- Vila do Gerês & Thermal Spa
- Pedra Bela Viewpoint
- Tahiti Waterfall (Fecha de Barjas)