Project
Sintra-Cascais Natural Park Recuperation
Sintra-Cascais Natural Park Recuperation
Cultural Landscape of Sintra - UNESCO World Heritage Centre • Portugal Started in January 2014 Active 20.9 ha Restoration, Education
Summary
The project is aimed at restoring ecologically degraded areas inside the park, restoring the endemic vegetation and controlling invasive exotic species. These aims are accomplished through a volunteer programme targeting different categories of volunteers. The project management measures are aimed at promoting the regeneration of native forest and indigenous species, enhancing biodiversity, re-establishing ecological functions and reducing the risk of fire.