The Serra da Estrela is the only region in Portugal to boast a network of marked routes, which cover the whole of the Natural Park. There are three major trails and six alternative routes. Each of these trails takes between three to four days to complete; they are considered overall to be moderately difficult to difficult walking, as there are some steep climbs involved and long distances.

But if you want to follow a trail for only one day, starting and ending at the same place, there are two routes for you. The Manteigas-walk starts at the pousada near Manteigas, by following a part of one of the main trails and than making a loop around the plateau by returning via another main trail, which leads you through the Vale do Rossim on the way back.

The Azinheira-walk is in a forgotten corner of the park on the bank of the Beijames River. This beautiful watershed is lined with traditional stone and wood houses, built in a loosely common architectural style that melds perfectly with its surroundings. There is a circular walk around the valley, which goes up to the waterfalls of Poço do Inferno and to the peak of Azinheira (1035m).