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Discover the wine traditions of the Porto region through local wine tastings and visits to nearby wine cellars. Enjoy authentic flavors, regional specialties, and memorable experiences while learning more about Portugal’s renowned wine culture.

Experience the charm of Aveiro with traditional Moliceiro boat tours along the city’s picturesque canals. Admire colorful boats, local architecture, and the unique atmosphere of one of Portugal’s most iconic destinations.

Discover the authentic charm of a traditional northern Portuguese town, where time seems to stand still. As you wander through its streets, you’ll admire elegant 19th-century mansions, historic tiled churches, and traditional shops preserving treasured crafts such as glassmaking and the town’s renowned baking heritage (don’t miss the famous Ul bread).

A true scenic gem and the green heart of the city. This heritage park, set on a hilltop, is perfect for relaxing among ancient trees, lakes, and flower-lined paths. Walk to the summit, where the monumental Sanctuary of Our Lady of La Salette stands — an architectural masterpiece offering breathtaking 360-degree views across the surrounding region.

A unique open-air museum in Portugal, nestled in an enchanting valley between the Antuã and Ul rivers. Combining nature with local heritage, this park features a trail of historic watermills, many still in operation today, where traditional millers and bakers demonstrate how flour and artisan bread are made.

We are located directly on the famous Central Portuguese Way. Our property is the perfect place for pilgrims to rest and recharge, offering comfort, tranquillity, and a warm welcome before continuing their journey towards Galicia.

The stunning Atlantic coastline is just a short drive away. Choose between the lively Furadouro Beach in Ovar — ideal for surfing and enjoying freshly caught fish — the picturesque Costa Nova in Ílhavo with its iconic striped wooden houses (palheiros), or Barra Beach, home to the tallest lighthouse in Portugal and the second tallest in Europe.

Two unmissable destinations just half an hour away. On one side, the magnetic charm of Porto, with its UNESCO-listed historic centre, historic wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia for wine tastings, and romantic cruises along the River Douro. On the other, the elegant canals of Aveiro, the “Venice of Portugal”, best explored aboard the colourful traditional moliceiro boats while sampling the famous ovos moles sweets.

For adventure lovers, the Serra da Freita and the Arouca Geopark (a UNESCO Global Geopark) offer breathtaking natural landscapes. Here, you can test your head for heights on the 516 Arouca, one of the world’s longest suspended pedestrian bridges, walk along the spectacular Paiva Walkways, and discover the fascinating geological phenomenon of the Pedras Parideiras (“Birthing Stones”), unique in the world.

A journey into the cultural heart of Portugal. Visit Guimarães, the “birthplace of the nation”, where Portugal’s first king was born, and explore its medieval castle. Discover Braga, known as the “Portuguese Rome”, famous for its baroque atmosphere and the monumental sanctuaries of Bom Jesus do Monte — with its iconic staircase — and Sameiro. Finally, be enchanted by Coimbra, the former capital city and home to one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious universities, including the magnificent Joanina Library.

Just an hour and a half away by car, you can reach three world-famous destinations: Nazaré, the global surfing capital renowned for its giant waves and strong maritime traditions; the Sanctuary of Fátima, one of the world’s most important pilgrimage and spiritual sites; and Viana do Castelo, a jewel of northern Portugal celebrated for its Manueline architecture, the Sanctuary of Santa Luzia, and exquisite gold filigree jewellery.