Edition 80 - Dark skies

25.10.2023 • 07.11.2023
The world is currently facing huge challenges. In this edition, we look up at the starry dark skies above. Looking for peace. 
The starry skies above us
The region of the Historical Village Castelo Rodrigo, also known as "the star village", is absolutely mind-blowing for dark sky enthusiasts! 
Dark Sky Schist Villages
The Schist Villages have been certified by the Starlight Foundation as an International Starlight Tourism Destination thanks to the Dark Sky Schist Villages project. 
Stargazing in Serra da Estrela
Stargazing in the highest peak of the Portuguese mainland, the dazzling Serra da Estrela, can be a truly memorable experience! Serra da Estrela as never seen before.
A glass of wine under the stars
The perfect spot to look up to the magical starry skies, as well as the stage of truly unique astronomy events. Cheers to life under the stars! 
Stargazing in International Águeda River
International Águeda River is born in Spain, on the Spanish flank of Serra das Mesas. It flows along 130 km, and its last 25 km set the natural frontier between the two Iberian countries. It flows into the Douro at Barca d'Alva.