The Douro Region is Full of Surprises!
Let us introduce you to the oldest demarcated wine region in the world. Vineyards, olive groves, prehistoric rock art, majestic rivers, imposing mountains…
Stunning Landscape
Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001, the Douro Valley is characterised by terraced vineyards supported by shale walls, built by hand over centuries, which have transformed the landscape into a living masterpiece.
For generations, thousands of men have built extraordinary terraced staircases on the steep curved hillsides that surround the Douro River, turning almost inaccessible lands into large cultivated vineyards.
Renowned Products
The world-famous Port Wine has its origins here, so be sure to taste some as you explore. Stroll through vineyards and olive groves, visit wine cellars, enjoy tastings of special wines, artisanal bread, tasty olive oils, cheeses and so many other delicacies.
And if you visit Douro in early spring, the landscape is decorated with puffs of pink and white: it’s almond blossom season! One more reason to fall in love with this region.
Regional Gastronomy
The roasted lamb, the Portuguese stew and the (approximately) 1001 ways to cook codfish are some other pleasures that you can enjoy in the Douro region and that give you the fuel to explore it.
Cultural Heritage and Traditions
Vineyard villages and historic towns, medieval castles, ancient churches, local festivities, traditional fairs, folk music and local handicrafts are all strong signs of the preservation of a strong local identity, which reaches its peak during the harvest season.
Outdoor Activities
It is the perfect way to experience local hospitality and culture, as well as the natural beauty of the Douro Valley!
You can start appreciating the extraordinary scenery during your train journey from Porto, then hiking or cycling through the vineyards, or on a wooden Rabelo boat, once used to transport casks of wine downstream to the Port houses in Vila Nova de Gaia.
Sustainable Tourism
Gaze at the natural border between Portugal and Spain, where the Douro and Agueda rivers created the canyon flanked by the Arribas del Duero and Douro International Natural Parks.
This prehistoric landscape is home to unparalleled fauna and flora. It is a true sanctuary for rare birds of prey such as the vultures and royal eagles that nest in the cliffs.
You can feel echoes of ancestral history in the local communities, as you walk the streets of Freixo de Espada à Cinta, an ancient Roman road and various shepherd trails that are still in use.
Finally, the Côa Valley is an open-air museum of Paleolithic Art that has more than a thousand rock engravings, some of which you will visit.
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