Discover the Area

The heart of adventure

With roots dating back to the 12th century, Seia preserves a rich historical and cultural heritage. Highlights include the Bread Museum, the only one of its kind in the country, the Natural Electricity Museum, and the Serra da Estrela Interpretation Center, which reveal the identity and memory of the region.

The city of Seia welcomes athletes with genuine hospitality, serving as the starting and finishing point of this transformative journey. Here, each participant is welcomed as a hero—because every step taken in the mountains is a personal victory. Come and experience the OMD. Discover what lies within you, beyond what you already know.

Wool and land beyond borders

Located in the heart of Beira Interior, Covilhã is the gateway to the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, where nature, history, and innovation intertwine in a unique setting.

Covilhã has strong ties to the wool industry. The old factory buildings have been transformed into museums, creative centers, and cultural spaces that preserve the soul of a city that has always known how to reinvent itself.

Charm nestled in the mountains

Arganil is a village that invites discovery, combining stunning natural landscapes, rich historical heritage, and a deeply rooted cultural identity.

With origins dating back to Roman times, Arganil preserves traces of a fascinating past. Secular churches, stone bridges, and historic villages such as Piódão—classified as a Historic Village of Portugal—tell stories of resilience and authenticity.

Natural and historical treasure

Lousã is a charming village, embraced by the imposing Serra da Lousã mountains and marked by a rich and vibrant cultural identity, making it perfect for hiking, mountain biking, trail running, and moments of pure contemplation.

Between Arouce Castle, the chapels of Senhora da Piedade, and the historic center with its emblazoned houses, every stone tells a story, every street reveals a piece of collective memory.

One of Portugal's best-kept secrets

Pampilhosa da Serra is an example of balance between development and environmental preservation, a haven of authenticity in the heart of the Central Region. With stunning landscapes, picturesque villages, and a deep connection to the land and its roots, this municipality invites you to discover a territory where time passes slowly and every moment is lived intensely.

The walking and mountain bike trails reveal secret corners and panoramic views that delight adventure lovers.

The rural architecture, ancient knowledge, and hospitality of the local people make each visit a genuine experience, where music, folklore, and the flavors of the land are shared with pride in an atmosphere of conviviality and joy.

Ceira’s Capital

Góis is a hidden treasure, where nature, history, and authenticity come together to create a unique experience. Bathed by the Ceira River and embraced by the Rabadão and Carvalhal mountains, this municipality is the ideal destination for those seeking tranquility, adventure, and culture.

Góis offers hiking trails, Blue Flag-awarded river beaches, and perfect spots for outdoor activities. The Lousã and Açor mountains surround the area, making it a paradise for nature lovers and active tourism enthusiasts.

The historical heritage, such as the Castle of Góis, the Royal Bridge, and the secular chapels, reveals the cultural richness of the municipality.

The discovery begins here

The Schist Villages are a network of 28 villages spread over an area of around 5,000 km² in central Portugal, organised into four territorial units — Serra da Lousã, Serra do Açor, Zêzere and Tejo-Ocreza. Here, the landscape, schist architecture, forest and water, shape a territory with a strong cultural identity, where communities maintain a deep relationship with the place and its resources.

Along the route of the race, athletes pass through villages such as Casal Novo, Talasnal, Candal, Aigra Velha, Pena, Fajão and Sobral de São Miguel. On the official website, you can discover routes, nature experiences, gastronomy, heritage and local traditions. The Schist Villages are also a territory for living and investing, supporting those who choose to develop projects, businesses or new ways of life here.

This is also a place to create and learn, through cultural projects, residencies, workshops and programmes that value local knowledge and promote new ways of connecting with the territory.