Distributed along the banks of the Vizela River, Aldeia do Pontido provides a unique rural tourism experience. After three decades of total isolation, the village was completely rebuilt. Here, the appeal of Nature is irresistible, making it perfect for diving in the clear and refreshing waters of the Queimadela reservoir. The accommodation offer is limited to five restored houses, which still respect the original design and materials. Discover the Mill and Pisão, which the village's inhabitants once used to produce essential goods. And there is much more to discover.

The Hotel Rural Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo was the first wine hotel created in Portugal and is located in Sabrosa. In complete harmony with the landscape, is housed in a Manor House with magnificent 11 bedrooms, where the renovations retained the original. Has an eighteenth century chapel and swimming pool on the terrace over the Valley. Guests can participate in wine tasting, shopping and gourmet wine shop and still participate in rural activities such as harvesting fruit and olives. Here, tranquility is synonymous with charm.

Rural property whose history dates back to the 12th century, when it was sold to the order of the temple. Here cross the world stories, past and present, with the day-to-day. Even today there are still traces of different occupations, as the case of a Roman bridge, remains of an olive oil mill of the Mozarabic period, and a church and Chapel built by Capuchos at the beginning of the 16th century. A swimming pool next to the vineyards of the House and walks through the countryside are indicated for those looking for a few days of rest.

A first row seat for a travel in a time. The travel happens at Train Spot Guesthouse , placed in a historical Marvão/Beirã train station, which was built in 19th century and is classified as a architectural heritage. Here all the travelers that are young in heart can live out an experience of dreaming and waking up in an industrial era train station, surrounded by Serra de S. Mamede natural park, in direct touch with the raiana culture, just one step aside from Portugal and Spain border.

As we approach the entrance to the village, we come across its Castle, classified as a National Monument. Pedro Álvares Cabral, the most famous inhabitant of Belmonte, was born here. The fort was built in the 13th century, at the behest of D. Afonso III, and in 1466 it became the residence of the Cabral family. One of its most emblematic points is the Manueline-style window from the 16th century, from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the valleys and mountains that surround the village.

The result of a protocol signed between the City Council and the University of the Azores, this museum is organized with a central space, the Municipal Museum, and three museum centers integrated into the community: the Olaria museum center, the Forno de Loiça and the Fábrica da Luz museum center. Here you can see pottery objects, ceramics, learn about traditional arts and crafts and appreciate a collection of traditional vessels from the Azores. It also works as a research center in the areas of Archaeology, Ethnography and History.

Museum located in the historic area of Melgaço, in the former police building. Here you can admire thousands of posters and photographs, silent film time machines, more modern equipment and many films. A vast collection donated to the municipality of Melgaço by Jean-Loup Passek, passionate about the village. Passek directed the cinematographic department at the Center Georges Pompidou in Paris and was director of the La Rochelle Film Festival. The museum contains a permanent exhibition area, with a small auditorium, and an area dedicated to temporary exhibitions.

A Casa da Boa Onda is a slowlife and ecofriendly B&B, a haven of peace in the middle of nature but close to everything, 5 minutes from Castro Marim, 15 minutes from the beaches. The 3 suites, bright and spacious, with a refined decoration, have been designed to combine simplicity and comfort. Here, everything has been imagined to invite you to a totally rejuvenating stay: to the rhythm of nature, we find inspiration, we live in osmosis with the elements, with a free spirit.

Located in the neighborhood of portela, this forge has about 70 years and is a good place to learn about the tradition of the region. Belonging to a family's flagship in the transformation of iron, even today it is possible to visit it (being active) and take a piece of memory. Here you can see the transformation of iron, since it is heated in the furnace until it hit the pestle, a large plunger activated by a pedal. In the end, if it's a small part, the mould is done on the anvil, and finally the piece sauced and cooled …

The set is formed by a tower, the Casa do Despacho and Clérigos Church. This monument is the maximum exponent of the Porto’s baroque style. Although it is less known than the Clérigos Tower, the Clérigos Church was built first, between 1732 and 1750. It is a Nasoni’s typical construction. Inside, the golden carving and the baroque, rococo and neoclassic pelmets stand out. This was the first big work by Nasoni and the one which made him famous. This author would never leave the Porto city and died here.