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Manteigas · Guarda · Portugal
Mountain
W
NW
SW
Best season: April – October
- Take-off altitude
- 1500 m
- Landing altitude
- 720 m
- Usable vertical drop
- 780 m
- Suitable wind directions
- W / NW / SW
- Recommended level
- Advanced
- School
- No
- Club
- Núcleo de Voo Livre da Estrela
About the site
High mountain flying in Serra da Estrela with a large altitude difference and views over the Zêzere glacial valley. Demanding conditions with strong midday thermals and potential for rotors with strong winds.
Directions and access
Access via the Serra da Estrela road; take-off on a rocky platform, landing in the Manteigas valley.
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Safety
Natural Park Zone — avoid flying over areas of total protection and herds.
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Location
Manteigas · Guarda · Portugal
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40.41030, -7.55560
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