Carrazeda de Ansiães

Although included in the Terra Quente Transmontana (Hot Land), Carrazeda de Ansiães presents, to the north, a plateau area that takes us to the more rugged Terra Fria (Cold Land), with a predominance of granite, vineyards and cereals. To the south, the temperature rises and the landscape changes, giving way to valleys surrounded by rivers where shale, vineyards, olive and almond trees predominate. Its people dedicate themselves especially to peasant agriculture, and Port and table wine, apples and olive oil present high quality products. Tourism is gaining importance due to part of the municipality being included in the Douro Vinhateiro (Douro Wine Region). The gastronomy stands out with excellent wines aged in oak or chestnut casks, honey, smoked meats, river fish, game and almond-based sweets.

What to do in Carrazeda de Ansiães

Castelo de Carrazeda de Ansiães

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Ruins of the walled town remain from the castle of Carrazeda de Ansiães, including the S. Francisco Door, the Fonte Vedra Door, the S. João and the S. Salvador Door, flanked by two towers, and the Keep. Inside the walls there are remains of buildings, including the Romanesque church of S. Salvador.

Ruínas da Igreja de Ansiães

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Romanesque church with a single nave, highlighting the main facade with a truncated gable, portal with archivolts decorated with phytomorphic and geometric motifs and a profusely decorated tympanum. In the nave there is a small museum nucleus where there are fragments of the pillory of Ansiães and sepulchral stelae decorated with solar symbols, Maltese and Templar crosses and Jewish stars.

Rota do Douro

Carrazeda de Ansiães

The municipality of Carrazeda de Ansiães maintains many aspects of cultural and natural interest that continue to justify a visit, but without a doubt the fact that part of its region is classified as a World Heritage Site - the Alto Douro Wine Region, gives special emphasis to these landscapes. The Douro Route, passing by some of the most important …

Biblioteca Municipal de Carrazeda de Ansiães

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Cultural venue with several rooms for adults and children, so that everyone can have access to reading and other cultural content.

Barragem da Valeira

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Dam opened in 1976, belonging to the Port Wine region, downstream of Cachão da Valeira, about 6 km upstream of the Tua River.

Foz do Rio Tua

Carrazeda de Ansiães

The Tua River is a tributary on the right bank of the Douro River and results from the junction of the Rabaçal and Tuela rivers. The approximately 57 km length flow into the Douro River.

Miradouro da Senhora da Graça

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Viewpoint located two kilometers from Carrazeda de Ansiães, from where you can see the entire plateau.

Igreja Matriz de Belver

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Simple religious monument, consisting of nave, chancel and sacristy. The main facade features, in the center and at the top, a double bell tower and, in the upper right corner, a clock. Inside, the triumphal arch covered with carvings and …

Igreja Matriz de Lavandeira

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Late Renaissance temple from the transition period to the Baroque. It has a porch supported on Tuscan columns, all made of granite. The 18th century altarpiece of the Divine Savior, the traces of frescoes on the walls, the roof of …

Anta de Zedes

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Funerary-type megalithic monument, composed of a chamber, nine supports and a covering slab. On one of the pillars there are traces of red paintings. Two fragments of manual pottery and a flint knife were found in the rubble.

Anta da Pala da Moura

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Three dolmens with their supports standing upright, supporting the lid. One of them is known as Moura's House and shows three of the pillars painted with stylized representations of human figures and a snake.

Miradouro da Rota do Douro

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Located on the winding road that connects Beira Grande to Coleja, skirting the relief of the mountains overlooking the Douro, this viewpoint enjoys magnificent views over the vineyards and terraces, Quinta das Vargellas, the riverside villages and the Douro River …

Igreja Matriz de Carrazeda de Ansiães

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Late-Baroque religious monument, comprising a nave, chancel, sacristy, bell tower and 17th century chapel. The bell tower and the finishes on the main facade are made of granite and, in the center, is the clock. The interior preserves a remarkable …

Miradouro do Alto do Castelo

Carrazeda de Ansiães

From this viewpoint it is possible to admire not only the castle, but also the entire surrounding landscape of this region, which includes the Douro vineyards.

Miradouro do Senhor da Boa Morte

Carrazeda de Ansiães

Perfect place to enjoy a view over the mountain and the steep banks of the Tua River.

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Where to eat in Carrazeda de Ansiães

Calça Curta
Portuguese
15.00 €

A wooden house, located by the Douro river, with lovely views and large, quality portions.

Taberna da Helena
Portuguese
15.00 €

Restaurante Residencial Senhora da Ribeira
Portuguese
15.00 €

The Senhora da Ribeira stands out for its privilged location with excellent views of the Douro rive…

Avenida
Portuguese
9.00 €

Restaurant with modest room and well presented, serving dishes from the regional cuisine.

O Careca
Portuguese
15.00 €

Large living room, restaurant with café, serving typical dishes of the region. Outside there is a p…

Beira Rio
Portuguese
15.00 €

Inviting restaurant, decorated with handmade ornaments and elements which give it rusticity. In one…

Quintinha do Manel
Portuguese
15.00 €

Restaurant belonging to the pension of the same name, with careful presentation and very pleasant e…

Ponto de Encontro
Portuguese
10.00 €

Where to sleep in Carrazeda de Ansiães

Casal de Tralhariz

Turismo de Habitação situated between the valleys of the Rivers Tua and Douro. Main house with 4 double\/twin rooms and a presidential suite, a House 3 apartme…