Fire in Peneda-Gerês National Park still active but no homes at risk

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Fire in Peneda-Gerês National Park still active but no homes at risk

The fire broke out at 13:45 on Saturday in the parish of Vilar da Veiga.

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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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