Ponte 516 Arouca
The 516 Arouca bridge was created with the intention of raising Arouca's profile as a tourist destination, and its opening in 2021 as the world's longest pedestrian suspension bridge (it was surpassed in 2022) led to a sudden influx of curious visitors. The 516-meter-long (1,693-feet-long) bridge, suspended 175 meters (574 feet) above the Paiva River, offers breathtaking views of the Aguieiras Waterfall, Paiva River gorge, and surrounding Arouca Geopark. The metal grid floor allows views straight down to the river below. Visitors cross in guided groups at scheduled times. Two access points require short hikes from parking: Areinho (500 stairs) or Alvarenga (easier 20-minute walk).
