river beaches – Hotel da Montanha – "Back to Nature" https://hoteldamontanha.com O Hotel da Montanha está situado na bela vila de Pedrogão Pequeno, itinerário importante e de paragem obrigatória para quem faz a mítica N2, no centro da Rede das Aldeias do Xisto, centro de Portugal. No cume do Monte de Nossa Senhora da Confiança, o Hotel estende o seu horizonte para o Rio Zêzere e para a espectacular beleza natural da região. Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:42:59 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.3 https://hoteldamontanha.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/cropped-logo-hotel-da-montanha-32x32.png river beaches – Hotel da Montanha – "Back to Nature" https://hoteldamontanha.com 32 32 3 unmissable places in the municipality of Sertã https://hoteldamontanha.com/en/3-unmissable-places-in-the-municipality-of-serta/ https://hoteldamontanha.com/en/3-unmissable-places-in-the-municipality-of-serta/#respond Wed, 02 Sep 2020 13:30:00 +0000 https://clientes.neteuro.pt/montanha/?p=3751

1 – Nuns’ Mill

Just 11 minutes from the Hotel da Montanha you’ll find the Moinho das Freiras (Nuns’ Mill). The road is narrow with twists and turns that only the bravest will attempt. At the end of the route you’ll find a valley where the river flows slowly, with crystal-clear water and a picnic area. This is a quiet and little-known area, so you can escape the crowds that gather at more popular river beaches or walkways.

Imagine yourself enjoying your afternoon in this wonderful place:

We guarantee that the sound of the slowly flowing river will completely relax you. Click here  and discover where this little paradise is located.

2 – Picnic Area, Island

The picnic area is 14 minutes from the Hotel da Montanha. Accessible by car, 4×4 or on foot, after traveling along a dirt road you will arrive at a small picnic area isolated from the rest of the world where nature takes over.

You will be able to enjoy your meal in a calm and relaxed way with your whole family.

Concelho da Serta

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3 – Trízio River Beach

Just 34km from Hotel da Montanha you’ll find the Trízio River Beach. A vast river beach where maintaining social distancing won’t be a problem, with the typical calm of the Zêzere River. In the area you can find a place to enjoy a delicious ice cream, which goes so well with any trip to the beach.

Concelho da Serta

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Yes, there are also excellent beaches in the wonderful interior of our country. Come explore the beaches of our interior and bring the children, we promise everyone will love it!

 

  1. Cabril Reservoir

Cabril Dam, Pedrógão Grande

On the border between the municipalities of Sertã and Pedrógão Grande, on a line separating the districts of Leiria and Castelo Branco, this dam is the perfect destination to enjoy the best that the Zêzere River has to offer. The reservoir, the result of one of the largest dams in the country, also houses the Pedrógão Grande Nautical Club, which offers boat, canoe, and kayak trips. The site also has a boat ramp with capacity for about 20 boats. Fishing, especially for bass, is another activity possible in this location, which is also known for hosting triathlon events.

Barragem Cabril, Rio Zezere
  1. St. Simon’s Rocks

Casal de São Simão, Figueiró dos Vinhos

The beach is a 15-minute walk (via the pedestrian path) from the village of Casal de São Simão. The water of the Alge stream, which flows towards the Zêzere River, is so clear that you can see the small stones within it. The abundance of laurel and cork trees gives the air a comforting fragrance, and the green of the surrounding mountains, which lead to the Serra da Lousã, envelops us in a beautiful setting. There is a viewpoint on site so that you can fully appreciate the landscapes of the region. The river beach is located between two imposing crags, where climbing is practiced with several equipped routes, as well as rappelling or zip-lining. The smaller rocks are used as a sunbathing area or diving board.

Passadiços do Penedo Furado, Vila de Rei
  1. Monastery

Monastery, Pedrógão Grande

A beach that is also a Schist Village, bathed by the Pera River. It has large green spaces, an extensive body of water, and a small waterfall with a stream running perpendicular to the river. The pine forests are tall and dense, providing cool and pleasant shade. This river beach offers its visitors a range of cultural and sporting activities.

Praia Fluvial da Ribeira da Sertã
  1. Ribeira Grande

Sertã

A river beach nestled within a vast urban area with various leisure and sports facilities for the whole family. Located in the center of the village, this beach offers beautiful urban and cultural walks. It features a bar with a terrace, bicycle parking, a leisure area, parking, and a picnic area with a barbecue.

Praia Fluvial da Ribeira da Sertã
  1. Rocks

Pear Chestnut Tree

A leisure, entertainment and fun complex located on a lake almost a kilometer long, right in the heart of Castanheira de Pera. An island in the center of the beach, a wave pool (the largest in the country), a reservoir and a centuries-old bridge create a special environment where it is possible to enjoy waves… 80 kilometers from the Atlantic coast.

In the clear waters of the Pera river, you can also take a ride in a rowboat or on pedal boats.

Praia das Rocas
  1. Troviscal

Sertã

The seclusion, tranquility, and contact with nature are the charms of this beach, located at the Troviscal bridge, right on the Sertã river, far from any town.

The beach resort features a bar, restrooms with easy access for people with reduced mobility, and boats for rent. In addition to the bar, the beach has a picnic area with various tables, benches, and a barbecue grill. The space was designed with children in mind, through the implementation of a shallow river area and a small playground.

Praia do Troviscal
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