71.09 Portugal: Geres: Cascada do Arado via Rocas but with a stop above Lake Canicada, to begin the treat of a day.
The position high up, the effort to get there, the clarity of the air, coloring, and shape of the lake (for starters), keeps us happy. The two bridges, which were the subject of reflections from the previous week, are something (special reflections) we don't see often. Nevertheless, in this context, we found the views delightful. It was a day without high expectations, and it turned out to be a treasure. We found a new region, came across an incredible waterfall, including a challenging (tricky) path to the top, an overlook stood out in the middle of nowhere on the way, and the sight of Lake Canicada has never looked better, partly because of good air quality and some sun as well as the surroundings (My bias helps, too). Both the climbs, one to the Rocas Overlook and that to the waterfall-top, Cascada do Arado, added to the daily challenge and enjoyment for us. It's what we are always on the alert to seek. Even the boss, who began the hike with frozen toes, whatev...