Monte de S. Gens - EM222-1

Magnificent view. Conserved bdm site.

It has a very nice swing overlooking the Douro River.

It is a place with a fantastic view, it has a bar and a swing.

A place of choice with a 360-degree panoramic view over the green and wide landscapes of the municipality of Castelo de Paiva and beyond. To the north, in the background, a ridge of the river Douro, with the three bridges in Entre-os-Rios being visible. A little to the east, the parish of Sobrado where the county seat is located. To the south the Monte de S. Domingos and there to the west again the river Douro. The climb up the hill from Estrada Municipal 222-1, which connects to Entre-os-Rios, is short but steep. Unfortunately, the location and the growing number of visitors would deserve a requalification of spaces and access. It can be seen that the accesses and parking bays are defined, with the laying of side guides, but without paving for a long time. On the other hand, the access road is very steep and narrow, which complicates the crossing between vehicles. In addition to this difficulty, the berms are uncleaned and with vegetation further reducing the width of the road. Still at the top, there is an area of ​​eucalyptus trees starting to hide the landscape. On site, in addition to the telecommunications antennas, a "must have" presence in our hills, there is a kind of bar, and a terrace (closed at the time of the visit) but with artful architecture that does not make any aesthetic contribution to the place. The trees planted there around some tables still have a few years to go before they can lend shade. They have a tough life ahead of them as the water they drink must be little more than just rain. In turn, the swing is in a position that allows it to encompass 180 degrees of landscape, but the surrounding space would deserve some care and protection elements, because with the "fever" of the photographs, accidents with falls can occur. In short, a spectacular viewpoint, at the level of the best in the Douro region, but rather slovenly or underused. At a time when local authorities seek to make the most of their tourist attractions, with refurbishment and publicity works, Castelo de Paiva, perhaps with an excess of them, apparently neglects itself. This viewpoint on Monte de S. Gens deserves more than the sloppiness for which it is doomed. Hopefully, in the next visit, things are much better.

super scenic location, good for photos on the swing. Access is good, there is parking, the swing is just around the corner.

Here is installed one of the fashion swings. It has an excellent view and is easily accessible. Place indicated for some beautiful photos. I recommend.

Location with a 360 view and accessible by car