Portas do Ródão Natural Monument
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Visiting the Portas de Ródão Natural Monument was an unforgettable experience, even on a cloudy day. The clouds drifted over the imposing rock formations, creating a magical atmosphere. We climbed to the Castle of King Wamba, where we enjoyed breathtaking panoramic views. On the way to the castle, we passed by the Chapel of Our Lady of the Castle (Ermida de Nossa Senhora do Castelo). The entire surrounding area, from the chapel to the castle, was completely deserted, which enhanced the sense of peace and immersion in nature. Later, we went down to the area near the Barca de Ródão Railway Tunnel, close to the bridge, to admire the Portas de Ródão from a different perspective. Although the sun was hidden behind the clouds, the contrast of light in the late afternoon created an incredible visual spectacle. The sunset, which takes place on the opposite side of the Portas, adds a unique light and a special atmosphere, making this the ideal time to visit. Winter is also a great time to visit. The combination of clouds and wind creates a medieval atmosphere—gloomy but stunning, like stepping into an old folk tale. I highly recommend this experience, especially in the late afternoon, to fully appreciate the beauty and tranquility of this natural monument.
Marta Botelho de Sousa Queirós
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Very informative area of the town indicating that a neolithic settlement was here 30 million years ago. It was also a stopping point for the Roman army around the time of Christ. The river is at its shollowist in the dry season to enable large scale crossing. There is also so much nature to observe here in current times. OK so the town is a little drab but the Waterside element has so much to offer. Boat trips, nice restaurant, motorhome parking with services in a quiet safe place. We kind of fell in love with this area of the town. An unexpected unexpectedly good find !!!
M Marks
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A majestic place. Huge geological formation, with the river crossing right in between. Retired place, not crowed, not full of chaos, cars, people, etc. Just a great place, with multiple points of view around it, like close to the water or on top of the mountains, to appreciate this place. Just search for the one you prefer.
Eliseu Guimarães
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As Portas de Ródão constituem uma ocorrência geológica e geomorfológica localizada nas duas margens do rio Tejo, nos concelhos de Vila Velha de Ródão e de Nisa. Este conjunto natural sobressai pela imponente garganta escavada pelo rio nas cristas quartzíticas da serra do Perdigão, com um estrangulamento de 45 m de largura. Esta área caracteriza-se pela existência de um relevante património natural, onde se destaca o geossítio das Portas de Ródão entre outros valores geológicos, biológicos e paisagísticos. Este geossítio evidencia particularidades geológicas, geomorfológicas e paleontológicas. A estas, associam-se as formações vegetais naturais, onde se destacam os zimbrais, a avifauna rupícola e o património arqueológico, testemunho de uma presença humana com centenas de milhares de anos.
Margarida Pires
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Wonderful place to visit even when it's a rainy day Train track passes right beside it and when the train passes it's very movie like, awesome really, if you continue the road up towards the castle you'll have a great view point from the castle itself as well as the other side of the gate. Lugar maravilhoso para se visitar mesmo em um dia chuvoso A linha do comboio passa mesmo ao lado dele e quando o comboio passa parece mesmo algo saído de um filme, incrível mesmo, se continuarem a estrada em direção ao castelo, irão ter um ótimo ponto de vista do próprio castelo, bem como do outro lado do portão
del bruno del nunes
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Very nice views, but it is so close to the "Portas" that you can't see them! For a better view of the "Portas", drive down to town and, before you reach the bridge, stop at a viewpoint on the right.
Antonio Dias de Figueiredo
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