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Walk up to ten miles a day through the rugged mountain landscape, swim in rock pools and rivers, and keep an eye open for wild horses and maybe even an Iberian wolf. Each night brings a different place to stay, ranging from a village house to a 12th Century monastery, with your luggage transferred ahead for you.
Seven nights B&B with four dinners and five picnics costs from £830pp, flights not included (inntravel.co.uk).
THE HEIGHT OF ADVENTURE
The 516 Arouca, which opened to the public in April, is the world s longest pedestrian suspension bridge. Its name references the distance in metres (1,692 ft) it stretches over the Paiva Gorge
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Portugal Inaugurates world s Longest Pedestrian Suspension Bridge; See Breathtaking Pics
The world s longest pedestrian suspension bridge, Arouca 516, has opened in northern Portugal and was officially inaugurated on May 2.
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The world s longest pedestrian suspension bridge has opened in northern Portugal and was officially inaugurated on May 2. The Arouca Bridge is 516 meters long and it hangs 175 metres above the fast-flowing Paiva River. The narrow footbridge connects Aguieiras Waterfall and Paiva Gorge and it is the latest adventure offering in the Arouca Geopark, which is known for its extreme sports.
According to The Guardian, before Sunday’s official opening ceremony, people from the nearby town were allowed to walk over the megastructure’s see-through metal grids. Hugo Xavier was the first person to make the crossing. After reaching the other side of the footbridge, Xavier said that he was a little afraid, but it was so worth it. He ca
Janet Osemudiamen
The world’s longest pedestrian bridge (516 Arouca) has just opened in Portugal. The bridge is named 516 Arouca because, it’s 516 meters long and is in the town of Arouca, an hour south of Porto then connects Aguieiras Waterfall and Paiva Gorge and it is the latest adventure offering in the Arouca Geopark, known for its extreme sports.
According to CNN travel It takes about 10 minutes to cross if you’re taking in the panoramic views of the waterfall, the gorge and the fast-moving river seen through the open grid beneath your feet four if you’re saying your prayers and making a dash for the end of it.