Rota do Linho

The starting point for this trail is also the Parque do Santuário do Coração de Maria. In this initial phase, the trail winds along the slope of the mountain range, allowing you to enjoy the best it has to offer: fresh air and beautiful scenery.
The hike begins on a Portuguese cobblestone path, passing through some areas that are still agricultural and others with large patches of oak, eucalyptus, and maritime pine, where cork oaks and arbutus trees occasionally appear. From here, the hiker—if an attentive observer—may spot some examples of local wildlife and can also take a break at the resting area by the small reservoir found just before reaching the village of Múceres.
Upon arriving at the village and heading toward the old elementary school, you’ll discover the for Linen Processing, where you’ll have access not only to the exhibition and live demonstrations of linen craftsmanship—and learn how linen is processed throughout its entire cycle—but also discover and purchase some of the municipality’s other artisanal products.
Before setting out on the Mill Trail, which offers views of waterfalls and water mills, you can also visit the Chapel of Senhora do Livramento in the center of the village.
Heading toward the mini hydroelectric plant, you can see several mills and the beautiful landscape along the Ribeira.
Cross the Ribeira de Múceres and head toward Calvário de Múceres. Continue along the old path leading to the church; as you pass through Conguedo and Costa da Várzea, you’ll see several waterfalls and Almas.
As you cross farm roads, in addition to traditional farming methods, you can also see some flax fields along the path that will lead you back to the starting point.
This route is 8.8 km long; the first 4 km are the most challenging due to their steep incline.