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Serra da Estrela Overview

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Overview

Serra da Estrela

Portugal's three drag lifts are located at the country's highest point, well above the tree line. Skiing is normally possible from December to April and there are excellent hotels throughout the region.

Elevation

Summit

6522ft
Vertical Drop

449ft
Base

6072ft

Terrain

Beginner Runs

25%

Intermediate Runs

25%

Advanced Runs

45%

Expert Runs

Longest Run

1 MILES

Lifts

Total Number Of Lifts: 5
Gondolas & Trams: 0
Eight Person Lifts: 0
High Speed Sixes: 0
High Speed Quads: 0
Quad Chairs: 1
Triple Chairs: 0
Double Chairs: 0
Surface Lifts: 4

Tourist Office

6200

Portugal

Phone: 351 275 314727

estancia@turistrela.pt

Important Dates

Projected Opening Ski Season: N/A

Projected Closing Ski Season: 04/09/2011

Years Open: 13

Serra da Estrela Reviews

by nunonunes 13th January 2011
- Overall Rating 2
- Family Friendly 3
- All Mtn. Terrain 2
- Terrain Park 1
- Nightlife 2
The only reason to use it is because there is no other in Portugal

Pros: The only one in Portugal
Cons: Very small, people (non-skiers) on the slopes, expensive
by joludias 14th December 2010
- Overall Rating 3
- Family Friendly 3
- All Mtn. Terrain 2
- Terrain Park 1
- Nightlife 2
About Serra da Estrela, Portugal

Pros: Not too cold; good food, shopping...
Cons: Difficult to park at times