More than 100 firefighters battle blaze in Gerês

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More than 100 firefighters battle blaze in Gerês
Photo: PAULO NOVAIS/LUSA

The fire broke out at 1:45 PM in the parish of Vilar da Veiga, in the municipality of Terras de Bouro, Braga district. There are currently no homes at risk.

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The Peneda-Gerês National Park (Parque Nacional da Peneda-Gerês) is Portugal's only national park, covering over 70,000 hectares across the Viana do Castelo, Braga, and Vila Real districts. Established in 1971, it is known for its granite peaks, oak forests, and traditional stone villages like Lindoso and Soajo. For residents and visitors, it offers extensive hiking trails and protected habitats for wild Garrano horses and wolves.

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