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November 2022

Practising a responsible and sustainable tourism is the way to balance the economic, environmental, social and cultural aspects of any tourist destination. Melgaço is not indifferent to this action It is up to all of us to be the main characters of this movement through conscious actions translated into wise decisions that contribute to the sustainable balance of each territory. In this article, we share 3 sustainability tips to adopt in Melgaço whenever you visit our destination! 1. Buy locally and enjoy our

"Castros de leitura - Cogumelos Mágicos" is an action promoted by Melgaço City Hall to make known the different species of mushrooms existing in the region. Guided by a biologist, the initiative aims to raise awareness of the valorisation of Castro Laboreiro's mycological resources as well as to promote the tourism resources, landscapes and cultural heritage of the municipality of Melgaço. Read more: HERE Source: Câmara Municipal de Melgaço

The Municipality of Melgaço complied with the discharge licenses of its Wastewater Treatment Plants in 100% of the required parameters, during 2021 and managed to achieve the maximum in the evaluation of this criterion. The results prove the work that the municipality has been doing towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly municipality. Read more:HERE Source: Câmara Municipal de Melgaço

Melgaço invests 660 thousand euros in projects with the aim of ensuring a good pursuit of sectoral policies aimed at nature conservation: habitats and species. The aim is to protect biodiversity by preserving natural habitats, wild fauna and flora, while preserving the culture and traditions of the communities in the Biosphere Reserves. The "Biosphere Educational Plan", concluded this year, is an example. Aimed at young people, its purpose was to promote awareness of the importance of nature conservation, in order to