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Parque Natural do Douro Internacional

Parque Natural do Douro Internacional
Parque Natural do Douro Internacional

Protected Areas

The Douro Internacional Natural Park covers part of the municipalities of Miranda do Douro, Mogadouro, Freixo de Espada à Cinta and Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, along the national frontier formed by the river Douro (in an extension of around 122 km).

The steep banks of the deep valley form highly spectacular and monumental ravines in which various bird species, that are endangered at the national and international level, build their nests, who are undoubtedly also attracted by the proximity of farming and cattle raising units, where it is easy to locate and obtain sources of nourishment. The endangered species include the Egyptian vulture or Britango, which has been chosen as the symbol of this power.

There are major thermal fluctuations in the region's climate, with cold winters and dry hot summers. The southern area of the Park is integrated in the so-called "hot land ". During the months of February and March, with the almond trees in blossom, nature offers a highly appreciated spectacle of beauty and colour, that is celebrated in popular festivities.

Contacts

Head-office:
Rua Dr. Francisco António Vicente, 4 - 5200-271 MOGADOURO
Tel.: +351 279 341 596
 
Branch-offices:
- Edifício do Centro Municipal de Proteção Civil
  Rua Pedro Jaques de Magalhães - 6440-111 FIGUEIRA DE CASTELO RODRIGO
  Tel.: +351 271 313 382
- Cabanais do Castelo - Largo do Castelo 
  5210-188 MIRANDA DO DOURO 
  Tel.: +351 273 431 457 


Signposted routes
Park area
: 86.500 ha
Altitude
: Máx - 895m; min - 125m
Accommodation facilities available

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