BIological Park in Serra Das Meadas

Today was sunny. After two days of rain, we were itching to get out

The tourist office told us that there is a Biological Park, located in the Serra das Meadas, approximately 7km from the centre of Lamego. The park is an Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Education Centre, funded by the Lamego City Council, on waste land that was donated to the city. It aims to raise awareness of environmental problems and issues about the preservation of species.

The animal species in the park are native to the area, some of which are in captivity, while others live freely and come to this covered area in order to nest. Many of the animals were ‘pets’ whose owners couldn’t take care once they grew bigger (boa constrictors!) or animals that have been injured.

Once again, we were the only people in the park and the manager was happy to show us around. He was a pretty creative person and obviously loved the birds and animals he cared for.

While we were there, we could hear drum-like sounds echoing through the valley. Apparently, wild boar hunts were going on. We saw some boars in the park. Scary looking creatures!

We doubt if any tourists go to this park. There really isn’t very much information about the park, it would be difficult to get to without a car and most people would rather spend their time visiting wineries. But we really enjoyed our 3.5 km walk through the woods and seeing the native animals and birds that lived there.Read more