Peneda Geres National Park is a well-known nature wonderland with lovely forests, wonderful waterfalls, beautiful lakes, and many walking trails for us to explore. We have been to Geres more times than we can count – it’s our go-to region in Portugal when we want to relax and enjoy nature. We have been to many …
Peneda-Gerês National Park is Portugal’s only National Park, a world biosphere reserve, and truly a sanctuary for nature and wildlife. If you want to experience Portugal’s wild side, Gerês is the place to go. However, there’s much more to Geres than the treks, the waterfalls, the forests, and the beaches. Inside Portugal’s only National Park, …
Alto Douro wine region is easily one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world. Yet, besides its very obvious beauty, the Douro wine region is a very fun place to visit. You can take a relaxing river cruise, and enjoy the views of vineyards from the river. You can take the historic train …
Viana do Castelo is a city of culture, history, and natural beauty. It may not seem the most obvious destination in Portugal, but for many people, it may be one of the most enjoyable! Here we will explore some of the best things to do in Viana do Castelo, from its charming center to the …
Arcos de Valdevez is a small city in northern Portugal, 100km from Porto which takes only about 1 hour to do by car. It’s the perfect destination for people looking to go away from the famous spots and learn about rural and rustic Portugal. Despite being quite small Arcos de Valdevez and its surroundings have …