Poço do Inferno — Attraction in Coimbra

I had the pleasure of visiting Poco do Inferno during my trip to Serra da Estrela and it was truly a magnificent experience. The waterfall descends a steep gorge of Ribeira de Lenadres and the sight of it was absolutely breathtaking, especially during spring. The lush evergreen forest that surrounds the falls adds to its natural beauty.

To get there from Manteigas, you will have to drive about 4km along the main road towards Torre, and turn left just beyond Caldas de Manteigas to climb a further 6km to the falls. The journey itself is enjoyable, as you get to drive through picturesque landscapes.

Upon reaching the falls, I was mesmerized by the sheer power and beauty of the water as it cascaded down the rocks. The natural flare bokeh created by the sun shining on the pine trees was a photographer's dream come true. The place is perfect for spending a couple of hours in nature, taking in the scenery and sounds of the waterfall.

Overall, I would highly recommend visiting Poco do Inferno in Serra da Estrela. It's an amazing natural wonder that should...

Quite the ride to get there because of the small road, holes in the road and rocks on the track. But beautiful and adventurous to see. Several benches to pic-niq, some trails to track going up the hill. Vantage point views and nature all around. The waterfall is small but pretty, to get close on foot through the cut out of the rock trail of steps is adventurous and nice photo opportunity. Being in the middle of the hills is a...

It’s a lovely spot, especially if you enjoy nature doing its best “postcard” impression.

You can drive all the way up, which is a big plus — just be warned, the roads are extremely narrow and you’ll need to watch for and be mindful of oncoming cars.

It can also get crowded at the waterfall itself, so expect to take turns and go a few people at a time.

Still, totally worth it — a charming little reward at the end of a...