Pedras Salgadas Spa & Nature Park
Pedras Salgadas is a thermal spa hotel in the form of eco-houses and tree-houses scattered around a centuries-old park.
Pedras Salgadas Spa & Nature Park is a beautiful blend of modernity – striking, geometric Eco Houses and Treehouses nestled amongst the surrounding parkland in north Portugal.
The outdoor decks, windows and skylights frame the living picture of the surrounding ancient cedars and pines. Pitched roofs and slate outer tiles hint towards local construction.
Explore beyond the minimalist, sustainable architecture, and you will find quirkier Art Nouveau buildings dating from 1910 dotted around. Pedras Salgadas (“Salted Stones”) refers to the mineral-rich Pedras sparkling water supply, a draw for Portuguese royalty and locals alike. We can vouch for its restorative powers!
Awesomeness
If you have ever had treehouse or cabin-in-the-wood fantasies, this is the place for you.
A beautiful Spa designed by Pritzker winner Álvaro Siza.
Only 14 eco-houses and 2 tree houses, so it always feels peaceful.
Each eco-house has its own balcony and fully equipped kitchen.
Complimentary bikes with great trails to ride.
Bear in Mind
The outdoor swimming pool is only open from June to September.
At night it can be dark to walk around. A lantern is handy.
The town is very quiet, and there is very little within walking distance.
Vegetarians might need help finding decent options at the local restaurants, but the houses have everything you need to prepare your own meals, or the hotel can deliver meals to you.
Pedras Salgadas Spa & Nature Park is a beautiful blend of modernity – striking, geometric Eco Houses and Treehouses nestled amongst the surrounding parkland in north Portugal.
The outdoor decks, windows and skylights frame the living picture of the surrounding ancient cedars and pines. Pitched roofs and slate outer tiles hint towards local construction.
Explore beyond the minimalist, sustainable architecture, and you will find quirkier Art Nouveau buildings dating from 1910 dotted around. Pedras Salgadas (“Salted Stones”) refers to the mineral-rich Pedras sparkling water supply, a draw for Portuguese royalty and locals alike. We can vouch for its restorative powers!
Located in the heart of the Pedras Salgadas Park in the North of Portugal.
This is a spa town so our suggestion is to relax, appreciate the nature and spend some time at the beautiful spa.
If you feel the need to let your inner tarzan out, hit the bikes, treetop adventure course and get muddy.
For some hearty and delicious traditional food head to Quinta dos Carvalhos (11km) and Taska Quim Barbeiro (12km).
The hotel organises various tours including trips to the historical towns of Chaves (23km) and Guimarães (85km) or if you are willing to go even further Pedras Salgadas can arrange you a bespoke itinerary to Alto Douro Wine Region – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Watch the video above which we did with Condé Nast Traveller. In it we talk about Foz do Douro - the seaside neighbourhood in Porto where we grew up. check out the Full article on their website.
Spend some time at the beautiful spa.
For its history and richness, the path through Pedras Salgadas Park follows a natural course, where a visit to the hot springs becomes inevitable.
Go for a bike around the park.
A visit to Vidago Palace is a must and it's just 13km away. Golf lovers will love its challenging 18-hole golf course.
Pedras Salgadas Spa & Nature Park
Parque Pedras Salgadas
5450 - 140 Bornes de Aguiar
Portugal
Location
Located in the heart of the Pedras Salgadas Park, which belongs to the municipality of Vila Pouca de Aguiar, between Vila Real and Chaves and a 15-minute drive from the centre of Vidago.
By Air
The closest airport is Porto Airport. From there you can hire a car – or the hotel can arrange a transfer for you.
Porto (OPO) – 129km
Lisbon (LIS) – 402km
Faro (FAO) – 644km
© Photos by JO&SO and courtesy of Pedras Salgadas Spa & Nature Park.
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