Covão da Ametade
A glacial valley filled with silver beech trees in the mountains of Portugal.

📜 Glacial valley in Serra da Estrela, Portugal, surrounded by three high peaks known as the Three Cântaros.
🔍 Known for silver beech trees and unique glacial erosion, with trees often reflected in water. Popular for hiking, mountaineering, and rock climbing.

Why Go

📸🌊 Very photogenic spot with water reflections
🏞️ Large park with picnic benches and barbecue pits 🌲🧊 Experience a unique glacial landscape, a remnant of the last ice age with unique glacial formations.

Why Avoid

❄️ Not accessible during snowfall

🅿️ ParkingSmall parking area on N338 (40.327997, -7.586770). Follow signs [Cântaros] and [Lagoas] to picnic area.

🚶 HikingConnects to Manteigas (10.2 km hike).

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