Serra da Estrela Nature Park

Mountain peaks in Serra da Estrela Nature Park

Majestic Mountain Peaks

Serra da Estrela contains mainland Portugal's highest elevations, characterized by dramatic granite landscapes and glacial legacies. This list features key summits including the iconic Cântaro Magro and Cântaro Raso, which overlook the Zêzere glacial valley. Many peaks, such as Penhas Douradas and Poios Brancos, offer access to a network of high-altitude hiking trails. These landmarks showcase the region's unique geomorphology, from jagged rock formations to expansive plateaus that reach nearly 2,000 meters above sea level.

Majestic Mountain Peaks — Map

A

Penha de Prados

Granite summit and natural viewpoint overlooking the Mondego Valley.

B

Estrela

The highest mountain range in mainland Portugal, reaching 1,993 meters at its summit, Torre.

C

Alto das Portelinhas

High-altitude point located in the central massif near the Loriga glacial valley.

D

Fraga da Varanda

Granite rock formation offering views over the Manteigas valley and the Zêzere River.

E

Santo Estevão

Mountain peak situated in the northern ridges of the Serra da Estrela Natural Park.

F

Fragão das Penhas Douradas

Granite outcrop at 1,473 meters providing a panoramic vista of the village of Manteigas.

G

Corgo das Mós

High point located in the northern sector of the mountain range.

H

Azinheira

Peak situated in the eastern section of the range near the village of Valhelhas.

I

Contenda

Mountain peak on the eastern slopes of the Serra da Estrela range.

J

Cântaro Magro

Jagged granite peak rising to 1,928 meters, forming part of the Zêzere glacial valley landscape.

K

Poios Brancos

Elevation of 1,704 meters characterized by large granite boulder formations.

L

Cântaro Raso

Rounded granite summit reaching 1,916 meters near the headwaters of the Zêzere River.

M

Sítio das Pessoltas

High-altitude site located on the central plateau of the mountain range.

N

Fojo

Peak located in the southwestern sector of the range, overlooking the Loriga valley.

O

Mata da Atalaia

High point offering views of the eastern plains and the Zêzere river valley.

P

Cabeço do Moreira

Summit situated in the central-eastern region of the natural park.

Q

São Bento

Mountain peak near Loriga, known for its views of the surrounding glacial landscape.

R

Coitada

Granite peak located in the northern section of the central mountain massif.

S

Curgeira

Mountain peak situated on the eastern boundary of the natural park.

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