Portugal Torre
The Tower (Serra da Estrela) is the highest point in the Serra da Estrela and also in mainland Portugal, and the second highest in Portugal (only the Pico Mountain, in the Azores, has the highest altitude, with 2351 meters). This point is not a characteristic mountain peak, but the highest point of a mountain range. The Tower has the unusual characteristic of being a top accessible by a paved road, at the end of which there is a roundabout with a symbolic monument of the Tower, and there is also a geodesic landmark. It is said, although this is not confirmed, that King D. João VI would have had a stone monument erected here in the beginning of the 19th century, in order to complete the altitude until reaching 2000 meters.
Photography Tips
Best in winter
Travel Information
To reach the Tower (Serra da Estrela) go towards Seia.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
A decent amount of people
Best Timing
Daytime or sunset in winter
Sunrise & Sunset
07:48 - 17:09
| current local time: 12:00
Photo Themes
Landscape
moutain
nature
snow
Locations
Serra da Estrela
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