Latest news and stories about nature in Portugal for expats and residents.
A Portuguese forest has been officially acknowledged for its positive impact on stress reduction.
A guide to exploring the natural landscapes, historic mills, and scenic lookouts located in the municipality of Penacova.
A guide on the best times and locations to observe the Perseids meteor shower in Portugal.
The schist village of Fajão, in Pampilhosa da Serra, will host an experience on August 12th that combines observation of the partial solar eclipse, a meteor shower, and yoga.
Portugal is home to the first therapeutic forest on the Iberian Peninsula, designed to promote health and well-being through nature.
A guide to five Portuguese reservoirs featuring river beaches and natural surroundings perfect for summer activities.
Home News Field guide to terrapins in Portugal was developed Field guide to terrapins in Portugal was developed The environmental association Palombar, based in Vimioso, has produced the first field guide to terrapins in Portugal, combining scientific knowledge and the study of nine reptile speci
The environmental organisation Palombar has released a comprehensive field guide dedicated to the species of terrapins found in Portugal.
An article identifying the single location in Portugal where a total solar eclipse will be visible.
Portugal has inaugurated the first therapeutic forest on the Iberian Peninsula, located in Bussaco, joining an exclusive group of only four such sites worldwide.
Between the municipalities of Vila Real and Mondim de Basto, Alvão is the smallest natural park in the country, but it holds several gems that deserve to be discovered, including waterfalls, levadas, river beaches and trails. Passeio Verde is supported by Kia - Official Car of Boa Cama Boa Mesa
The Serra da Estrela Natural Park, the largest in the country, turns 50 today. It has faced decades of setbacks, even from local residents, who have often been more concerned with the limitations than the advantages.
A discovery of a stunning river beach in Portugal known for its clear turquoise waters.
The Levada do Furado hiking trail, one of the most iconic in Madeira, reopened this Tuesday after being closed since December due to a landslide.
The Levada do Furado trail, which crosses the forest considered a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, reopened this Tuesday following the collapse and closure of the walkway in 2025.
Portugal is home to the first therapeutic forest in the Iberian Peninsula, one of only four such locations globally.
An exploration of Portugal's historic trees, which have been officially classified as sites of Public Interest Heritage due to their cultural and historical significance.
Home Hidden Gems The 5 Crystal-Clear Gems of the Costa Vicentina The 5 Crystal-Clear Gems of the Costa Vicentina In Portugal, there is a place where the Atlantic crashes against the coast, where cliffs of schist and sandstone rise above the shore, and the air smells of seaweed, rockrose, and salt
The second episode of the documentary series exploring the waterfalls of Portugal, aired on July 11, 2026.
Following a rehabilitation period at the Gaia Biological Park, the storks have now returned to their natural habitat in the Baixo Vouga Lagunar and the BioRia trails.
Home News Bussaco Forest is the first therapeutic forest on the Iberian Peninsula Bussaco Forest is the first therapeutic forest on the Iberian Peninsula The Bussaco National Forest, located in the municipality of Mealhada, will receive certification next week as the Iberian Peninsula’s first The
A village located in the Gerês region is set to host a unique and original festival.
The first episode of a documentary series exploring the waterfalls of Portugal, aired on July 4, 2026.
A travel guide or exploration of the various waterfalls found throughout Portugal.
Home Portugal Jurassic Portugal: A walk through a land that time forgot Jurassic Portugal: A walk through a land that time forgot There are bits of Portugal where you don’t simply go for a walk, you slip back in time.
