Over 100 firefighters and three aerial units are battling a wildfire in the Pedra Bela area of Peneda-Gerês National Park, with no residential areas currently reported to be at risk.
More than 100 personnel fight fire in Peneda-Gerês National Park
Saturday, 28 March 2026RSS
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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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