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Palácio e Quinta de Mateus
- heritage
Largo Morgados de Mateus
5000-291, Vila Real
Located three kilometres away from the town's centre, it is part of a large property. Built in the middle of the 18th century by the architect Nicolau Nazoni, according to some authors, especially because of the baroque exuberance of the main façade. It is one of the few noble palaces that has remained with their original family owners to our days. A part of the house is open to pubic visits and has guided tours, a true house museum. During the visit, one views the noble salon, the library (with a book that is the first edition of The Lusíadas, …
3 Pipos
- food & drink
Rua do Santo Amaro, 966
3460-479, Tondela
Here, you are welcomed with sympathy and open arms, a task shared by António Miranda and João Cavaleiro. Regardless of the choices, two guarantees: the half-portions are plentiful and everything that arrives from the kitchen (since 1992) has the hand of Maria de Jesus Miranda. Fried octopus with migas and house goat can be "simple" dishes of the day. Among the specialties are three codfish dishes: à Lagareiro, with cornbread à 3 Pipos and with cornbread à Beirã. In terms of meats, the highlight is the Rib Rice in Wine and Garlic, served in black clay from Molelos (a short …
Centro Histórico de Valença
- heritage
Valença
4930, Valença
Within Valença's Fortress Square, you can admire its beautiful historic center, from the Old Metal Bridge to the Milestone, passing by numerous religious monuments, such as the Collegiate Church of Saint Stephen, the Church of Mercy, and the Parish Church of Saint Mary of the Angels. Valença began to gain importance during the Middle Ages, when it was a mandatory stop on pilgrimages to Santiago de Compostela. But it was in the military domain that Valença became famous. It was an important defensive stronghold, a bastion of nationality, often besieged by neighboring Spain. The Valença fortress was built in the …
Castro de Romariz
- heritage
Rua do Castro
3700-812, Romariz
Enjoying an excellent state of preservation, the Castro de Romariz is a fortified settlement dating from the 5th century BC, with occupation levels extending to the 1st century AD, and is considered one of the most significant archaeological sites in the Entre Douro e Vouga region. It was identified in the mid-19th century with the discovery of a monetary treasure: the Romariz treasure. After a long period of abandonment, a new phase of systematic archaeological work began in 1980, studying the origins and evolution of the hillfort, identifying the various phases of proto-historic and Roman occupation. It is necessary to …
Quinta de São José dos Montes
- hotels
Estrada dos Montes, 134
2300-087, Olalhas
Quinta de São José dos Montes is inserted into the largest maritime pine forest stains of the Iberian Peninsula, in the region to take. The stunning views from the porch, allows visitors to observe various animals in their natural habitat, as well as farm animals. On the right bank of the albufeira of Castelo do Bode, are the three apartments that make up this Thursday and that are arranged around a courtyard with pool, lounge and dining room and a porch with barbecue for moments of pure leisure and fun in contact with nature. In another area of the farm …
Hospedaria Convento de Tibães
- hotels
Mosteiro de São Martinho de Tibães - Rua do Mosteiro
4700-565, Braga
The Guest House Convento de Tibães, in secular monastery of Saint Martin Tibães, former headquarters of the Benedictine congregation, which is the guesthouse of the same name. Completely refurbished and adapted to its new functions, this unit offers nine rooms, with en-suite bathroom, and all of them decorated with modern elements, which will ultimately result in an interesting contrast with the austerity of the monastic building. It also has a modern restaurant, with a menu inspired by the letter of the monks. Abroad, the gardens complete the landscape. Guests have free access to the monastery, during your hours of operation …
Axis Ponte de Lima Golf Resort Hotel
- hotels
Quinta de Pias
4990-620, Ponte de Lima
The Axis Ponte de Lima Golf Resort Hotel is located on top of a hill, from which one can enjoy the green landscape that surrounds the modern building, built in 2003. With 40 rooms spread over 2 floors, this space is ideal for those who enjoy sports. Play a game of tennis, swim a few laps in the indoor pool, work out in the fitness area or simply enjoy the green landscape and the comfort of the hotel to refresh batteries and breathe fresh air. One of the gains of the hotel's 18-hole golf course. To help in this aspect …
Belmar Spa & Beach Resort
- hotels
Estrada do Porto de Mós
8600-513, Lagos
Luxurious development consists of an aparthotel and two blocks of flats, with fantastic views of the beach of Porto de Mós. The aparthotel offers Studios, apartments T1, T2 and T3 and two-bedroom duplex apartments. Each property is furnished and fully equipped. There is also a modern gym with sea views, two spacious fitness studios and an indoor swimming pool, as well as four outdoor pools and a children's pool. The multi-purpose sports field allows the practice of tennis and soccer, and the playground is ideal to keep youngsters busy. The lobby bar of the hotel is the ideal place to …
Casa dos Bernardos
- hotels
Largo da Misericórdia, 10
4840-110, Terras de Bouro
The Bernardos ' House is located just a few miles from Terras de Bouro and is the ideal offer for younger groups and relaxed. The construction, in traditional masonry, was recovered by the City Council, its owner, due to its historical and cultural interest. Properly adapted and recovered for tourism, the municipality of Terras do Bouro, Casa dos Bernardos offering five apartments of various types. Here, you can see a Hawthorn of 16 meters, the largest in the County, and a beautiful chapel. The natural beauty of the landscape, coupled with quiet, promises days of vacation well spent. The unit …
Casa Mãe
- hotels
Rua do Jogo da Bola, 41
8600-712, Lagos
Com vista para a antiga cidade histórica e para o mar, a Casa Mae é composta por três casas muito diferentes que combinam o antigo e o novo, tradições e design moderno com artesanato português. 30 quartos. Restaurantes. Horta orgânica e uma horta fora da cidade. Café artesanal. Vinhos naturais. Fine dinning. Fornos tradicionais. Churrasco ao ar livre. Concept store . Piscina em triângulo. Cinema ao ar livre. Ioga e ginásio . Oficinas de culinária, agricultura e artesanato