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Cântaro Gordo horn (Geosite), Manteigas

This peak, with an altitude of 1875 meters, was a nunatak during the last glaciation, remaining above the surface of glaciers and thus preserving the shape that is observed. This was due to the presence of less fractured zones, in contrast to its surroundings, where the fracture density was higher, leaving this relief in an elevated position due to its greater resistance. In the north face of the "cântaro" there is a blockslope of periglacial origin, formed by cryoclasty processes.

CHARACTERISTICS

LOCATION
Address: São Pedro
City: Manteigas
Postal Code: 6300 - 559
Telephone: 963629179
Email: info@geoparkestrela.pt
Website: http://www.geoparkestrela.pt
FUNCTIONING
Public venue, with no timetable or entrance fee.
ORGANISATION OF THE VISIT
The visit to this Point does not require prior booking and can be done individually.

Specific Conditions:
For interpretation regarding this geosite it is suggested the visit to the interpretative structure at the coordinates 40°19'37.80"N, 7°36'8.56"W

Method:
Transporte próprio

Difficulty Level:
Baixa

Group Visits:
Yes
Minimum Number of Person per group:
5
Maximum Number of Person per group:
0
Observations:
Guided tours integrated by the Estrela Geopark. Consult https://www.geoparkestrela.pt/geopark/turismo

Guided Tours:
Yes
Observations:
Guided tours integrated by the Estrela Geopark. Consult https://www.geoparkestrela.pt/geopark/turismo
EXISTING EQUIPMENT
GEOLOGICAL / MINING INTEREST
History Patrimony:
-

Activity Program:
-

Study and Research Unit:
-

Audiovisual and Multimedia Resources:
-

Volunteering Programs:
-
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE
Activity Description:
Educational Programs

Target Audience:
Primary, secondary and university students

Activity Cost:
5€

Weekly Schedule:

From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.

Weekend and Holidays Schedule:

From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.

Exceptions:
-

Observations:
The educational programs of the Aspiring Geopark Estrela are at this moment geared towards the Portuguese language. However programs can be ajusted to foreing languages.

EXTERNAL SUPPORT
Where to Stay
https://cm-manteigas.pt/

Where to Eat
https://cm-manteigas.pt/

Cultural Facilities
https://cm-manteigas.pt/

TRANSPORT
Type of Transport:
Táxi
Agency Name:
Táxi De Silva Carvalho E Monteiro Lda
Telephone Number:
275982868

Parking for private vehicles:
Yes

SITES OF TOURISTIC INTEREST
ASSOCIATED ROUTES
SUGGESTIONS OF THE ROUTE- OTHER NEARBY PLACES TO VISIT
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