The Quimera's GPS

Discover the Fishermen’s Trail: a comprehensive guide covering the route, duration, best time of year and tips for hiking along the Costa Vicentina and enjoying an unforgettable adventure.

The 7 Suspended Valleys Walk, between Praia da Marinha and Vale Centeanes, is one of the most beautiful coastal trails in Europe, featuring caves, natural arches and views of the Atlantic.

In this article, we share the itinerary of our trip through Croatia, which took place in July 2024. From Zagreb to Plitvice, Krka and Rastoke, we continued on to Dalmatia, based in Makarska, exploring Split, the Adriatic islands and Biokovo Nature Park. An itinerary balanced between nature, culture, sea and adventure, with practical tips and suggestions for those who want to discover Croatia.

Want to truly discover Montesinho Natural Park? We've created a guide with the best hiking trails, villages, festivals, food, and accommodations. Everything you need to plan your trip to the Terra Fria Transmontana.

Account of a trekking trip through the Dolomites, crossing Italy and Austria, amid alpine landscapes and mountain refuges. A 76 km hike, with challenging stages, imposing nature, moments of conviviality and the history of the First World War.

Visiting Flores and Corvo is like stepping into one of the most authentic corners of the Atlantic. On Flores Island, nature shows off all its power — impressive waterfalls, hidden lagoons, fajãs shaped by time. On Corvo, the geographical smallness contrasts with the grandeur of its identity: a resilient community, a dormant volcano transformed into a lagoon, and a pace of life marked by simplicity and human closeness.

In this article, we take you on a journey through 10 unmissable beaches in the municipality of Aljezur, exploring trails, geological formations, cultural connections and the natural wealth that surrounds them.

The inspiration for this month's Quimera GPS article comes from a trip we took in May 2019 to the Médio Tejo (Middle Tagus) region. It was a memorable experience full of discoveries, so we're sharing our suggestions here for a 3-day itinerary in this area of central Portugal.

**In this article, we explore two gems of Portugal's Upper Alentejo region, Castelo de Vide and Marvão, nestled in the heart of the Serra de São Mamede Natural Park.**

Perched on a hilltop, Mértola is the last navigable port on the Guadiana River.

In this post I will talk about the trip I took to Morocco, in March 2024, with a group from Quimera.

Book recommendations related to travel and nature, because books often inspire us to discover new places.

Explore Tarifa with our travel guide. Visit the southernmost point of mainland Europe, where two seas meet, and discover beaches, history and nature.

Discover the best of Gibraltar with our complete travel guide, featuring the Upper Rock Nature Reserve, cable car, Barbary macaques and local travel tips.

Planning a trip to Andalusia? Discover Aracena, the Rio Tinto Mines and the spectacular Gruta de las Maravillas with our complete travel guide.