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View of the Guadiana Valley – Pulo do Lobo Waterfall loop from Anta das Pias

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Portugal

Beja

Mértola

View of the Guadiana Valley – Pulo do Lobo Waterfall loop from Anta das Pias

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4.2

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134

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View of the Guadiana Valley – Pulo do Lobo Waterfall loop from Anta das Pias

01:40

5.79km

140m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana

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81 m

View of the Guadiana River from Anta das Pias

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The Anta das Pias, built between the 5th and 3rd millennia BC, sits on a hill overlooking the Guadiana River, close to the trail that leads to Pulo do Lobo. This small, trapezoidal dolmen has a short corridor formed by schist pillars and a slab that partially covers the burial chamber. Rare in the region, it is a valuable prehistoric vestige that has withstood the test of time, preserving the memory of ancient civilizations.

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View of the Guadiana River Rapids

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699 m

View of the Guadiana Valley

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These are the untamed lands of Pulo do Lobo, where shale forms steep cliffs and the Guadiana River runs wild. Here, in the heart of the Guadiana Valley Natural Park, the landscape is breathtaking, a haven of biodiversity where even the elusive Iberian lynx finds its home.

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2.46 km

Guadiana River in Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana

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One of the best spots of Guadiana River. Wild landscape and very isolated.

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3.37 km

Pulo do Lobo Waterfall

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Pulo do Lobo. This is the largest waterfall in southern Portugal and is located on the Guadiana River, upstream from Mértola.

The waters fall from a height of over 20 metres and, surrounded by a sea of foam, descend the rocky gorge to the bottom, emptying into a lake between the rocks.

The banks of the waterfall are so narrow that, according to legend, even a wolf could cross them in one leap. Hence the name Pulo do Lobo.

The landscape of Pulo do Lobo is spectacular, the riverbed after the waterfall is completely exposed, in rock, between which the Guadiana River meanders, in a groove created over thousands of years.

Access to Pulo do Lobo can be from the east or west.

To the east, take a detour on the road that connects Serpa to Mértola. Access to the waterfall is difficult and you have to walk, crossing the rocky riverbed to reach the waterfall. We recommend caution.

To the west, take a detour on the road that connects Beja to Mértola and continue to the village of Amendoeira da Serra, following the signs to Pulo do Lobo. You will then reach Herdade de Pulo do Lobo, open the gate and it is about 1000m on a dirt road to the waterfall. Access is prohibited to heavy vehicles.

Access to the waterfall from the west is easier, and there is even a structure to better observe the waterfall.

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Parking Area at Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana

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It's a few kilometers off-road to get to this parking area.

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4.18 km

Guadiana River

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5.79 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.57 km

2.44 km

720 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.87 km

720 m

126 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 28 August

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Comments

June 16, 2024,Wasserfall und Tunnel – Pulo do Lobo Runde von Santa Iria

A wonderful tour through a deserted landscape. You see lots of bee-eaters, kingfishers and hen harriers, water turtles and frogs. But the path is tough through bushes and rocks. The destination, the great waterfall, actually a real gorge, is magical. The way back up the mountain to the car park is a real challenge in 30 degree heat.

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June 23, 2025,Wasserfall und Tunnel – Pulo do Lobo Runde von Bairro de São Pedro

This hike wasn't easy, but rather moderately difficult. The reason: The path along the river is partially difficult or even impossible to see. The grass husks (in June) tend to get into your socks and shoes. Therefore, I recommend sturdy shoes and long pants.

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March 24, 2024,PR9 MTL- Wasserfall und Tunnel – Pulo do Lobo Runde von Santa Iria

Very high vegetation along the river. Otherwise a dream. Everything bloomed! It's best to wear long pants in spring. Then the nettles won't bother you either.

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April 14, 2024,Schwierige Wanderung zum – Pulo do Lobo Runde vom oberen Parkplatz

Described on Komoot as an "easy hike". But it is challenging because of kilometers of climbing over large boulders and jagged rock near the river.
In April the path, more of a game trail, is overgrown in places (1.50m high) and therefore difficult to find. Therefore
after the first quarter of the trail is recorded outside the actual path...
long …

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April 10, 2024,Hiking Tour

Difficult track along the river section, a lot of rocks and a lot of dense vegetation

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