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Cork Trees in Portugal
Discover the story behind the Cork Trees of Portugal with an immersive Cork Trekking experience through the cork oak forests of the Alentejo region. Learn how cork trees in Portugal are carefully harvested every nine to twelve years without harming the tree, making cork one of the country’s most sustainable and renewable resources, before visiting a traditional cork factory to see how this natural material is transformed. As the world’s leading cork producer, Portugal’s cork industry plays a vital role in the economy and showcases the versatility of cork, from wine stoppers to flooring, fashion, and eco-friendly industrial uses.