Experiences

A Day with a Shepherd

Feel the rhythm of shepherd's life and discover the secrets of Serra da Estrela cheese.

Join a shepherd and his flock and discover firsthand one of the most emblematic traditions of the Serra da Estrela region. From following the animals through the pastures and learning about the shepherd's daily work to observing the milking and discovering how the famous Serra da Estrela DOP cheese is made, this is an experience of direct contact with rural life and the knowledge passed down from generation to generation. Along the way, there's time to chat, learn, taste the flavors of the region, and enjoy a shepherd's-style snack or picnic, with local products and the natural scenery of the Serra as your companion.

Food Experience

Cheese, bread, wine — at the places they are actually made.

Here, the best way to get to know Serra da Estrela is to sit at the table and let the flavors tell their story. We visit cheese dairies, local producers and wineries, get to know the people behind each product and discover the secrets of the cheeses, wines and other specialties of the region. Along the way, there are tastings, conversations and, of course, good reasons to toast. The experience can include a gastronomic route through different villages and producers, discovering traditional recipes, local products and businesses that preserve local identity.

• A meal in a traditional local restaurant
• A picnic out in the landscape
• A vineyards visit with a tasting of wines
• Traditional bread from a wood-fired oven
• Queijo Serra da Estrela — a producer visit and a tasting

Time to slow down

Disconnect from your routine, take a deep breath, and find your rhythm again.

Serra da Estrela is also a place to stop, breathe, and simply be. Among forests, mountains, and thermal waters, we create moments of well-being inspired by nature and the power of slowing down. From immersive forest experiences, meditation, and outdoor yoga to relaxation sessions and sound journeys with ancestral instruments, each offering invites a deeper connection with yourself and the environment around you. Whether for an individual break, an experience for two, a retreat, or a group activity, we've found the right way to help you slow down and experience the Sierra in a different way.