Pitões das Júnias Waterfall

This stunning waterfall, which originates from the Pites River, is one of several that can be found in the Barroso region. It is situated at the end of the Pites das Jnias town. Due to the uneven terrain, it develops in different levels, with the first having 30 meters. The course ends in a lovely lake surrounded by granite outcrops along a century-old, charismatic oak tree that has been the subject of numerous local legends over the years, including the idea that a goblin lives there. Simply proceed to the Pite das Jnias parking area, walk a little distance—about 600 meters—crossing a wooden bridge and a walkway—and you'll be at the waterfall.

From Vila Real, it takes around two hours to get there. You may find a sign for "Pites das Jnias" at Covelaes on the route between Montalegre and Outeigro. A brown sign with the word "cascata" will soon be visible. Once you see the next "cascata" and "Mosteiro" sign turning left, continue driving. There is a large parking lot at the end of this short road. Cascata 900 meter is already indicated by a sign to the right. To reach the Pitões das Júnias just follow up and go to the Pitões das Júnias parking access to the waterfall, followed by a little path of about 600 meters, crossing a walkway and a wooden bridge. You may get an excellent view of the waterfall on the other side of the valley from a wooden platform. The waterfall becomes pretty stunning during a wet time and is worth a visit.

Location: Barroso, Portugal