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Integrated in the Demarcated Douro Region, Lamego essentially lives of agriculture, in particular of the good local wine, fruits and cereals, and industry, with emphasis on the production of furniture. Due to the popularity of the so-called agro-tourism and nature tourism, this sector is growing in the council together with the arising of luxury hotel units. The origins of the village are lost in time. It is known, however, that a half-fortified fort existed at the place where the castle is today. It was successively occupied by various peoples, including the Romans, until it was definitely reconquered from the Moors by Fernando Magno de Leão in 1057. In 1835 it was declared district headquarter and, in the same year, this designation was passed to Viseu, because it is a more central city. The gastronomy of Lamego has a secular tradition with recipes that have been passing from generation to generation: coelho assado no forno (roast rabbit), cabrito com batatas assadas (kid with roasted potatoes), trutas de escabeche (fried trouts with a vinegar sauce), milhos com carne de vinha d´alhos (pork loin dish made with a special white wine and garlic sauce, and served with potatoes and bread slices soaked in the sauce), bola de presunto (kind of bread with ham), enchidos (sausages) and, for dessert, peixinhos de chila (pumpkin jam sweets), pastéis Lamegos (typical almond pies), doces de ovos (egg mousse) and pão-de-ló (kind of sponge cake).

What to do in Lamego

Castelo de Lamego

Lamego

This castle was built on an ancient Lusitanian castro that the Romans fortified. The primitive Castle include the Alcazaba with the keep, the vaulted cistern and two doors, the door of the Fires and the Puerta del Sol, which define the structure of the old village wall. The cistern is near a stretch of Hadrian's wall. During the 16th and …

Santuário de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios

Lamego

Dated 1738, this is a holy mountain, of Italian influence, affiliated at the sanctuary of Bom Jesus de Braga. Consists of a monumental staircase, large panoramic effect, with convergent and divergent sections, animated decorative vases, statues and symbolic sources.

Sé Catedral de Lamego

Lamego

This temple was constructed on the 12th century and underwent several transformations throughout the centuries, namely on the 16th and 18th centuries, resulting in a succession of different styles. Nowadays it shows his impressive Manueline façade, work done by Nicolau Nasoni. The inside has three naves and the lateral chapels stand out with an eighteenth-century marble and gilded altarpiece, the …

Praça da Avenida Doutor Alfredo de Sousa

Lamego

Nice site with lots of trees and a statue in the Center.

Convento de Santo António de Ferreirim

Lamego

This space has undergone several renovations, but still retains traces of Gothic military architecture, such as the twin arc Windows pointed to. This space was formerly the location of where he defended the lands of the Sousas of Riba de …

Teatro Ribeiro Conceição

Lamego

This building, dating from the 18th century, has worked as a Hospital and infantry regiment. Only in 1929 is that opened as a theatre, lasting until 1987. After restoration, it reopened in 2007. The room of spectacles, circular in plan, …

Capela de São Pedro de Balsemão

Lamego

Chapel probably dating from the 7th century, belonging to the restricted set of monuments in Portugal to present a Visigothic architecture. Presents three aisles and a chancel which enhance the arches and capitals decorated with phytomorphic. Deserve also attention the …

Parque Biológico da Serra das Meadas

Lamego

Situated in the middle of the Serra das Meadas, about 7 km from the Centre of Lamego, the biological Park is an area of great biodiversity. Aims to raise awareness of environmental issues and the preservation of species such as …

Casa das Brolhas

Lamego

Also known as "Solar dos Castros, this House was built in 1777 with the reuse of previous structures, such as canopies and kitchen bins for grain. Features a wide facade divided by pilasters into five bodies enhanced by decorative motifs. …

Parque Nossa Senhora dos Remédios

Lamego

This park has many trees and bushes, namely chestnut trees, weeping willows, cedars and more. There are small lakes, fountains and grottos.

Museu de Lamego

Lamego

Located at the old city's Bishop's Palace, this museum was created in 1917. It feature a rather eclectic collection, mostly of the 18th century but ranging from the 1st century AD to our days. The Renaissanc period stands out, with …

Capela de Nossa Senhora da Esperança

Lamego

Renaissance Chapel of the late 16th century, with a porch built on columns. Was founded in 1586, successive amendments and additions that knowing you have transformed the initial aspect. Inside are the 1468, an image of our Lady of hope, …

Igreja de Santa Maria de Almacave

Lamego

This church is composed by a nave with a high choir, narrower and lower main chapel, campanile, lateral chapels and several divisions. This is a temple with a Romanic structure from which it still preservs the main door with four …

Quinta da Casa Amarela

Lamego

Quinta da Casa Amarela is located on the left bank of the Douro River, between the cities of Régua and Lamego, in the heart of the oldest demarcated region of the world - the Douro, a UNESCO World Heritage. Belongs …

Barragem de Varosa

Lamego

A dam on the Varosa river, on the Douro river basin. The most common fish species are the barbel, the nase, the chub and the trout. This place is usually the arrival place of canoeing races on the Varosa and …

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Travel Guide

Up to date tourist information about the city's top attractions

Road trip in Alto Douro Wine Region: 10 vineyards and harvests to discover

Up to mid-October, there are special programmes for oenophiles, which include visits to traditional wine presses, tasti…

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Where to eat in Lamego

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Where to sleep in Lamego

Six Senses Douro Valley
Six Senses Douro Valley

5 star

This hotel is set on Thursday where the Portuguese Director Manoel de Oliveira shot the film "Abraham Valley". The privileged views to the vineyards and the Ri…

Hotel Rural Casa dos Viscondes da Várzea
Hotel Rural Casa dos Viscondes da Várzea

4 star

The Hotel Rural Casa dos Viscondes da Várzea, in the municipality of Lamego, is an example of Gothic-Manueline architecture of Portugal. The wonders that you c…

The Wine House Hotel Quinta da Pacheca
The Wine House Hotel Quinta da Pacheca

Wine tourism farm is situated in the heart of the demarcated Douro region, where wine is still produced according to traditional methods and aged in oak. In 20…

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Santa Comba Dão

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Penalva do Castelo

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Cinfães

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