Guided Hike on the Paiva Walkways and 516 Arouca Bridge, near Porto

Running for just over 8 km along the Paiva River in Arouca, the Paiva Walkways are a must-see in the Arouca Geopark, just 1 hour's drive from Porto. They offer a magnificent walking route in the heart of the Paiva River alley, between towering cliffs in an exceptional natural setting. This is also where you can cross one of the world's longest pedestrian bridges, 516 metres long, the 516 Arouca suspension bridge! And to make the most of it, what better way than to take a guided hike on the Paiva Walkways, an experience available from Alvarenga Walkways and the 516 Arouca suspension bridge with a guide, not only will you have the pleasure of benefiting from enriching information throughout the outing, but you will also have the privilege of crossing the 516 Arouca bridge only with your group of participants: an exceptional privatisation! And if crossing the bridge is too daunting, you can take advantage of a free jeep transfer to the other side of the bridge. All in all, you will spend around 4 hours walking along the Paiva River from its footbridges, stopping off at a small beach along the way to enjoy a snack, and why not take a swim if the weather permits.

Accessible from the age of 6, this guided hike over the Paiva Walkways and the 516 Arouca suspension bridge from Porto or Alvarenga in Arouca will give you a superb guided discovery of the Paiva River Valley. All you need to do now is book your place and enjoy the experience with your family and friends!