The Barroso region, which covers the municipalities of Boticas and Montalegre, was the first in Portugal to be classified as World Agricultural Heritage by FAO, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation. Based on the genuineness of the territory, on the traditional way of working the land, of treating the cattle, and on the communitarianism of its inhabitants.
The GIAHS Observatory Network - Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems, intends to show visitors some of the landscapes that have contributed to this recognition.
The network aims to showcase some of the landscapes that have contributed to this recognition.
Olhar do Guerreiro (The Warrior's View)
In Alto do Castro, there is a visual dominance of the entire agricultural valley of Covas do Barroso. The parish, the fourth largest in the municipality, occupying a total area of 29.6 km2, is composed of Covas do Barroso, the seat of the parish, Romainho and Muro. More
Segredo do Barroso (Secret of Barroso)
Here you understand why the Barroso region was classified as World Heritage by the United Nations. A stunning landscape of marshes, mountains, cliffs and hills, criss-crossed by small streams of crystal-clear water, where animals and shepherds roam in harmony. More
Tesouro do Barroso (Treasure of Barroso)
Set at the top of the Serra de Seirrãos at 803 meters, the viewpoint provides the most famous view of the town of Boticas. Surrounded by agricultural fields, with the Leiranco mountain range as a backdrop, it is a must-see postcard for those visiting the municipality. More
Teto do Mundo (Roof of the World)
On the top of the Hillfort of Côto dos Corvos (or Couto dos Corvos), overlooking the left bank of the Rabagão River, one enjoys a breathtaking landscape, from the Larouco and Gerês Mountains to the North and Northwest, to the Cabreira and Marão Mountains to the South. More