Parque de Campismo de Travanca

Parque Nacional da Peneda-Gerês


High on a rocky hillside, 3km north of the park gateway at Mezio, this municipal campground has basic sites under the shade of stately, fragrant evergreens. A short downhill walk across the main road leads to a beautiful natural swimming hole.


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Nearby Parque Nacional da Peneda-Gerês attractions

1. Castelo de Lindoso

6.4 MILES

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2. Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Peneda

6.89 MILES

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3. Nucleo Museológico de Campo do Gerês

12.06 MILES

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4. Palácio da Brejoeira

13.4 MILES

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5. Old Monção

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6. Museu Alvarinho

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7. Miradouro da Pedra Bela

15.32 MILES

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8. Cascata do Arado

15.55 MILES

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