Paiva Walkways are located on the left bank of the Paiva River, in Arouca municipality, Aveiro, Portugal. They are 8 km that provide a walk untouched, surrounded by unique beauty of landscapes, in an authentic natural sanctuary along the brave waters downhills, quartz crystals and endangered species in Europe.

Mar 23, 2024 · The Paiva Walkways – Passadiços do Paiva in Portuguese – are located in Northern Portugal, along the left bank of Paiva river at Arouca Geopark, a UNESCO Geological Site. The Paiva Walkways extends for a total 8km, from Areeinho to Espiunca and nearest town is Arouca, at about a 20-min drive.

Mar 16, 2021 · The Paiva Walkways are a beautiful wooden-board path zig-zagging down rocky hillsides along the left bank of Paiva river at Arouca Geopark, a UNESCO Geological site. The most recent attraction is… The second Longest Pedestrian Suspension Bridge in the World!

Nov 10, 2016 · In the Arouca municipality, located in the North of Portugal there’s a crown jewel to eco-travellers, the Paiva Walkways. This is a must-do visit if you love nature. You will be taking through a biologic, geologic and archeologic journey in a natural sanctuary.

Dec 23, 2024 · Paiva Walkways is one of Portugal's most beautiful day hikes. Follow our complete guide to help plan this incredible outdoor adventure.

The Walkways are 8 km long and provide an “untouched” walk, surrounded by unique beauty of landscapes, in an authentic natural sanctuary along the brave waters downhills, quartz crystals and endangered species in Europe.

4 days ago · The Paiva Walkways are a tourist attraction located in Arouca, Portugal. It is a footpath built along the banks of the River Paiva, inside a valley of great natural beauty. It passes over one of the largest suspended footbridges in the world, the 516 Arouca Bridge.

Jul 24, 2023 · Paiva Walkways are located on the left bank of the Paiva River, in Arouca municipality, Aveiro, Portugal. They are 8 km that provide a walk “untouched”, surrounded by unique beauty of landscapes, in an authentic natural sanctuary along the brave waters downhills, quartz crystals and endangered species in Europe.

Part of Arouca Geopark, (recognized by UNESCO as a Geological World Heritage spot), the Walkways go through dizzying cliffs in the Paiva “straight”, curves in steep rock walls and corridors that cross the valley. All of this between the two gorgeous river sand beaches of Espiunca and Areinho.

Jan 15, 2022 · The Paiva Walkways (Passadiços do Paiva) allow hikers to explore some of the amazing scenery of Arouca Geopark. Read my tips on hiking this popular boardwalk in Northern Portugal to get the most from your trip!