Slate Villages Tour of the Serra da Lousã

If you haven’t yet explored the most remote region of inland Portugal, this Slate Villages Tour of the Serra da Lousã is the perfect opportunity.

Tour Details

At the designated time, we’ll pick you up at the Astoria Hotel in Coimbra to set off for the mountains of Sicó and Lousã. Along the way, we’ll view natural caves and visit several villages.

The journey begins with a visit to the slate-built villages of the Serra da Lousã, where we’ll explore rural traditions. We’ll then ascend to the mountain peaks for views of limestone formations.

The villages include Cerdeira, Candal, Talasnal, and Casal Novo. We’ll also view the Castle of Arouce and the Minha Senhora da Piedade Beach, a natural beach below the foothills.

Next, we’ll pass through Trevim to reach the Lousã swing, where we’ll have lunch featuring chanfana (goat slow-cooked in a wood-fired oven), with other options available.

To conclude, we’ll visit Rabaçal, known for cheese, for a tasting of regional sheep and goat cheeses, olive oils, bread, and wine.

This 8-hour excursion will conclude upon our return to the starting point.