Pedra Bela Viewpoint
Miradouro da Pedra Bela
The classic viewpoint of southern Gerês, overlooking the Caniçada Reservoir, the Gerês River valley and layered granite mountains.
The Pedra Bela Viewpoint sits on a ridge about 800 meters above sea level, south of Gerês town. From a platform on a projecting granite boulder, you look down over the winding Caniçada Reservoir, the Gerês River valley and distant mountains. It is the park's most iconic photo spot and is especially beautiful at sunset. From Gerês town, it is about a 15-minute drive along the mountain road toward Arado Falls. There is free roadside parking, and an older viewpoint is nearby. It is often combined with Arado Falls and the Tahiti Waterfall into a half-day driving route. The mountain road is narrow and winding, so slow down when passing other vehicles.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Vila do Gerês & Thermal Spa
- Junceda Viewpoint
- Arado Waterfall
- Tahiti Waterfall (Fecha de Barjas)
- Albergaria Forest
- Vilarinho da Furna
- Geira Roman Road
- Portela do Homem Waterfall