Whether you come for drinks, tapas and sunset over the river, or for one of the splendid three-course 'dinner parties' hosted by chef Pedro Cardoso, Quinta de la Rosa's recently launched restaurant is a delightful place to dine. Snag a table on the outdoor terrace if you can – views of the vineyards and the Douro flowing far below are breathtaking.
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11.48 MILES
Famously depicted on bottles of Mateus rosé, the 18th-century Casa de Mateus is one of Portugal’s great baroque masterpieces – probably the work of…
21.18 MILES
Just north of the town of Ermelo, on the N304 between Vila Real and Mondim de Basto, is a turn-off to the dramatic Fisgas de Ermelo waterfalls. From this…
9.91 MILES
A series of small chapels dotting the hillside, São Salvador do Mundo makes for a stunning diversion between ±Ê¾±²Ô³óã´Ç and Foz Côa. Follow the signs to these…
Miradouro São Leonardo de Galafura
6.28 MILES
For jaw-dropping views of the Douro Valley, head for this magnificent viewpoint between Régua and ±Ê¾±²Ô³óã´Ç. The N313-2 relentlessly switchbacks its way into…
Parque Arqueológico do Vale do Côa
24.05 MILES
Most visitors to Vila Nova de Foz Côa come for one reason: to see its world-famous gallery of rock art. Although the park is currently an active research…
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Trancoso's walled centre is a charming maze of picturesque squares, attractive churches and narrow cobbled lanes. Several medieval gates puncture the…
25 MILES
From its striking hilltop position, Marialva's castle is visible from miles around. The 12th-century castelo is far from intact but it's still an…
Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
15.13 MILES
One of the country’s most important pilgrimage sites, this twin-towered, 18th-century church has a trim blue-and-white stucco interior with a sky-blue…
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1. Miradouro São Leonardo de Galafura
6.28 MILES
For jaw-dropping views of the Douro Valley, head for this magnificent viewpoint between Régua and ±Ê¾±²Ô³óã´Ç. The N313-2 relentlessly switchbacks its way into…
9.91 MILES
A series of small chapels dotting the hillside, São Salvador do Mundo makes for a stunning diversion between ±Ê¾±²Ô³óã´Ç and Foz Côa. Follow the signs to these…
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Famously depicted on bottles of Mateus rosé, the 18th-century Casa de Mateus is one of Portugal’s great baroque masterpieces – probably the work of…
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Bringing the Douro Valley's wine-producing history vividly to life, this wonderful museum has a wealth of artefacts and engaging displays, from a vast…
5. Miradouro de Trás-do-Cemitério
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For a fine view across the gorge of the Rio Corgo and Rio Cabril, walk south to this panoramic viewpoint, just beyond a small cemetery and chapel.
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With picturesque pink stone arches, the Cistercian Mosteiro de Salzedas is located 3km up the Barosa valley from Ucanha in Salzedas. This was one of the…
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Northeast of the cathedral is the magnificently over-the-top baroque facade of this 17th-century chapel. Inside are fine, 18th-century azulejos (hand…
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Baroque architecture and azulejos are on view at the Igreja de São Pedro, one block north of Capela Nova.