PARK NAME: Peneda-Gerês
Country: Portugal
Park ID: 170
AVERAGE RATING: 62/100
Review Volume: Low number of reviews
DESCRIPTION:
Peneda-Gerês is Portugal's only national park, featuring dramatic granite mountains, oak forests, and traditional villages. The park is home to diverse wildlife including wolves, golden eagles, and the Castro Laboreiro dog breed. Its landscape is marked by ancient Roman roads, medieval bridges, and traditional espigueiros (granaries) that reflect the region's rich cultural heritage.
COMPLETE RATINGS BREAKDOWN (All 10 Categories):
1. UNIQUENESS
48/100
2. INTENSITY
54/100
3. BEAUTY
70/100
4. GEOLOGY
64/100
5. PLANT LIFE
63/100
6. WILDLIFE
52/100
7. TRANQUILITY
82/100
8. ACCESSIBILITY
68/100
9. SAFETY
76/100
10. HERITAGE
40/100
Classification: National Park
Region: Minho, Trás-os-Montes
Established: 1971
Area: 703 km²
Annual Visitors: 1,200,000
Nearest City: Montalegre (8 mi)
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