Welcome to Foz da Cova
A forgotten Portuguese village on its Quest to rebuild the Old and to create the New, somewhere between Goís and Arganil
We call it our home, our playground, our dearest enemy and our safest haven. It could be all of this and more for you, too
What we offer
Fresh drinking water from the mountain Homegrown vegetables from our small garden Seasonal Fruit and produce from the region
Four houses with full amenities — fast internet everywhere, hot water in two bathrooms, permanent electricity, multiple well-equipped kitchens, 2 BBQs, laundry machine, oldschool Ballerina Ovens, shared and private sleeping rooms, board games
Little music studio, equipped with: -2 synthesizers +plenty of other gear -high quality microphone -Piano -CDJS and a mixer -several guitars and other instruments
Sauna for unwinding after a day outdoors, freshwater basin to cool off and a yoga platform with majestic views
Valley views to rest and recharge, hiking paths to explore and conquer, freindly neighbooring villages to visit and indulge
Ancient terraces as the backdrop to daily life, respectful community life and regular fun activities and daily meals
Our story
After a giant Fire destroyed almost the entire village of Foz da cova in 1990, some idealistic yet unprepared humans dcided to rebuild the ashes of this village and buy parts of the land in 2015. Since then, it has sloly but surely beeen rebuilt and contiuously grows. With more visitors and understanding the extreme appeal, potential and beauty of this place, slowly more and more humans decided to join the project and now we form a group of 10 core members.
We work on a variety of projects: regenerative agriculture, music, workshops, events and many more. Helping hands are always welcome and project proposals even more At the same time, we are happy to welcome guests of all backgrounds and with all kind of intentions, whether it is vacation, volunteering, wwofing, short term visits or of any otehr nature. Just lets us know :-D
Unwind & re-energize
Beautiful scenery to slow down, breathe, and reconnect — cold water stream, neighbouring forest, stone paths, daily excusrions with or without the car to surrounding villages, viewpoints, mountain beaches, local markets or festivities
Whether you stay for a weekend or longer, there is always something new to discover
Three houses, one village
Casa Boa Vista
Clay House
Casa Municipal
Projects & helping hands
From land care to music sessions and workshops — we are building together and love company on the journey.
Before coming, please register your stay so we can welcome you properly.
Before you come
Register your stay so we know you are coming and can welcome you properly.
We look forward to welcoming you in the mountains
Register your stay, explore events, or learn about joining long-term.
Até já!
Your Foz da Covians