Eco-Tour Along the Banks of the Minho

Saturday, 06 August 2011 00:00

The Hotel Turismo do Minho, in Vila Nova de Cerveira, prepared a program for visitors to explore nature on the seat of a bike. Along the path, riders see regional highlights such as Adro Velho, the Old Churchyard, the Castro Farm (Quinta do Castro) entrance, the Tower of Lapela and the Gafei Convent. The trail makes both cultural and ecological entertainment easily accessible to participants over a peaceful view of the Minho River. The Pedais program features a two-night getaway in double rooms with an included breakfast buffet and a bicycle trip along the Minho River's Eco-Trail. During high season (July 1 – August 31) rates per person run between 99 euros and 156 euros (for a themed suite). The three-hour trip covers 22 km (14 mi) between Valença and Monção, over the Rio Minho Eco-Trail, which follows along an old railroad track. F