Going from Porto to the Douro Valley
The Douro Valley is, without a doubt, a place of choice for many tourists. Whether to appreciate nature’s cutouts, delight in wine tasting or enjoy a walk on the river, the Douro receives thousands of visitors annually. These visitors arrive at the site in many ways, either privately or accompanied by tourist entertainment companies….
Nature and Curiosities in the Douro Valley
The wine region of the Douro Valley is a region that goes beyond the production of good wines and with incredible landscapes – it is also a place full of fascinating curiosities. In 2001 it was classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, due to its particular characteristics! First, we must talk about…
Prepare for Douro in different Seasons
Portugal is a coastal nation and is located in southeastern Europe. It is part of the Iberian Peninsula and in the summer it is a country with hot temperatures, where the average is 28ºC. Here in Portugal we have a Mediterranean climate, so the winter is milder than in many other European countries. During the…