A panoramic view of the river and of the opposite river bank.

Water mill situated on the banks of the river Dawg.

River Beach, located on the Bank of the river Tâmega.

An abandoned archaeological site where roman coins were found. A strategic site for the romans because it was a most important pathway for commercial trade.

To know this city, start by Praça Luís de Camões, also known as old square. From this heart of the city, located right next to the Cathedral, set off to discover the funny alleys filled with interesting monuments. Highlight to the Cathedral, the Castle and the old Episcopal Palace. Also be sure to visit the famous tiles from Vilar Formoso, about fifty panels by João Alves de Sá.

Megalithic monument of difficult visibility, partially cut off by the construction of the road. It is located at the intersection of the roads connecting to the new village of São Mateus, Firvidas, and Zadjalooooo Gralhós, coming from Meixedo. Presents about ten meters in diameter maximum and a very sharp central depression, from which emerges a mainstay. In the surrounding area there is enough gravel, possibly belonging to the breastplate monument petraea.

Montalegre Castle represents an important point of border defense and ensured, along with the castles of Piconha and Keys, the defenses of the valleys of the Cávado and Tâmega. In 1273, the year of the first Charter granted the Montalegre by Dom Afonso III, the Castle did not yet exist, but in 1281, at least a part of it already stood in Montalegre, according a letter from d. Dinis d. Isabel. In the letter the King offered twelve castles, among which that of Montalegre. In 1289-1331, during the reign of d. Afonso IV, the castle is rebuilt. In the 19th …

With an area of 3,000 m2 distributed over 2 floors, this healthclub has a gym equipped for cardiovascular activity and weight training, and custom tracking group gymnastics, among other facilities and health care and welfare. Also has a store of the body Institute and another of My Nails. Stands out even by ice flavoured and showers, SPA area and an indoor garden.

Of the ancient walls there are only left the Gate of Portugal, the Gate of the Postigo and the remannts of old courtiers. It is said that Dom Sebastião was present at a field mass before going to the battle of Alcácer Quibir and that he saw it from a manuelin window one can still see on the walls.

This street, dated from 1844, was very hard to build because of the granite existent there. It connects the Cordoaria Garden with the Cais de Massarelos, going through the picturesque Largo do Viriato. In the middle of the way you may enjoy the beautiful view over the Douro River.