This campsite benefits from its privileged location, on the right bank of the Tâmega River, providing nooks of wonderful beauty, where there is no shortage of spaces with shadows and abundant vegetation. Offers numerous amenities and accommodations and has as main attraction the river beach, 50, is also a small pool which is situated in the highest part of the Park. Alternatively can pay a visit to the historic heritage of the city of Amarante, only one kilometre away and taste delicious cuisine in the local restaurants.

Visiting Dona Júlia is like traveling through the authentic flavors of Portugal, where all the senses are refined in a cuisine that strives for excellence in traditional cooking, combined with a daily and careful selection of local, fresh and self-produced products. The extensive wine cellar includes a surprising selection of award-winning national and international wines, stored with innovative technology to preserve the entire essence of the wine. All this, combined with an elegant and exclusive service, with the unmistakable art of Dona Júlia.

The house where José Régio lived for 34 years, enrolled at the Mouzinho da Silveira High School in Portalegre. It began as a boarding house and was gradually acquired by the poet until he became the only guest. Here, you can admire some of the pieces the poet collected throughout his life. Among the collections, religious art sculptures and regional crafts stand out.

This is a unique and unusual place to spend your day. Here you'll encounter several species of wild animals. You might even be surprised by a zebra, giraffe, oryx, or wildebeest, as they roam freely throughout the park. Also, watch the bird of prey and exotic bird show, stroll across the 80-square-meter bridge, get some fresh air, and indulge in the park's restaurant.

Housed in the former county jail building, built in 1844, across from City Hall, here you can explore a remarkable archaeological collection that traces the human presence in the region, from the Paleolithic to the medieval period. Of particular note is Miróbriga, an important Roman settlement, which occupies a special place in this museum, with a dedicated room where you can view exhumed pieces.

Built in the XIX century, in a neoclassical style, the palace was the permanent residence of the King D. Luís, his wife and his children, which lived here on the second half of eight hundred. The throne-room, the supper-room and the “Despacho” room are preserved as in the time of the Royal family. The museum exhibits collections of decorative arts from the XIX century, silvers, paintings, tapestry and furniture.

It was here that, on September 27, 1810, the Battle of Bussaco was fought, in which Wellington, commanding Anglo-Portuguese troops, defeated the French army under Massena. This important historical moment, which marked the end of the French invasions, is depicted in some of the tiles inside the building, now converted into a luxurious hotel. Nestled in the majestic Buçaco Forest, it offers a stunning architectural, historical, and scenic ensemble.

This monument was built outside the city walls on the place where it used to be an ancient – Christian basilica; the exact date of its foundation is unknown. Its present configuration is the result from the alterations and transformations operated, mostly during the 15th and 16th century. This church shelters the Visigoth Museum Queen Dona Leonor. Here it is possible to admire the biggest ensemble of Visigoth capitals existing in Portugal.

There are still, in some points of the historic centre, remains of the Primitive Wall, which remounts to the year 400. This wall had four doors or entrances. The main door was the Vandoma Arch that was east of the borough, between the Largo da Sé and the Rua Chã. From here, the wall surrounded the hill following closely the Escadas das Verdades (stairs), where the Mentiras Arch or Door used to be.

The campsites Municipal da Praia da Tocha is the ideal place to take refuge from the stress of the city, in full contact with nature in a pure State. With plenty of shadows and verdant lawns, here you will have at your disposal all the conditions to enjoy your holidays or even the weekend. Make excursions on foot or by bicycle and cycle the always cosy city centre of Cantanhede.