Mondim de Basto

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Located on the border between the regions of Minho and Trás-os-Montes, between the Alvão and Marão mountains and bathed by the Tâmega, Ôlo and Cabril rivers, the municipality of Mondim de Basto combines, for this very reason, Minho characteristics such as the lush vegetation and green wine, and Trás-os-Montes features such as the mountains and gastronomy. Allied to this genuine rurality, there are manifestations of the traditions of these people in crafts, including linen and burlap weaving, carpets, clogs, baskets, cooperage or stonework. The region's folklore also lives on from music, with ranches and cavaquinho groups livening up the spirit. Along with a good green wine, sweeten your palate with the typical "sponge cake", "cavacas" or "rosquilhos".

What to do in Mondim de Basto

Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Graça

Mondim de Basto

This temple is located at the top of Monte Farinha, overlooking Mondim de Basto, at around 990 meters above sea level. Set in a landscape of great beauty and surrounded by the Serra do Alvão mountains, it is a place of reference in terms of history, archaeology, religion and even sport. Devotion to Our Lady of Grace attracts thousands of …

Fisgas do Ermelo

Mondim de Basto

In a landscape of enormous cliffs, you will find the "Garganta do Rio Olo", a 100 meter high waterfall, integrated into the Alvão Natural Park. Access is via the village of Ermelo. From Alto do Fojo, you can see a beautiful panorama of Fisgas de Ermelo, where the Olo River falls.

Parque Natural do Alvão

Mondim de Basto

Bounded to the north by Minhéu and to the south by Padrão de Teixeira, covering a length of 50 km, this park covers the municipalities of Mondim de Basto and Vila Real and the Serras do Alvão and Marão. These are separated by Alto do Velão, 914 meters above sea level. In fact, the Park never drops below 900 meters …

Igreja Paroquial de Atei / Igreja de São Pedro

Mondim de Basto

The construction of the Church of Atei probably dates back to the 14th century, featuring late Romanesque architecture. In the 16th century, a chapel was added to it, by order of the Counts of Cantanhede. Later, in the 19th century, …

Queda de Água de Bilhó

Mondim de Basto

On the road that connects Bilhó to Cavernelhe, roughly halfway along the route, you will find this beautiful waterfall in a verdant environment, where the waters of the Cabrão River go down on a gentle slope onto a rocky bed. …

Capela do Senhor

Mondim de Basto

Small temple built in the 16th century that underwent profound changes in the 18th century, featuring baroque interior decoration. With just one nave, the ceiling is covered with coffers with golden frames, painted with biblical motifs from the Old Testament. …

Ponte Medieval do Ermelo

Mondim de Basto

Single-arch bridge, probably of medieval construction.

Praça da Antiga Vila de Atei

Mondim de Basto

Simple urban set, structured with irregular blocks, of rectangular buildings.

Anfiteatro de Nossa Senhora da Graça

Mondim de Basto

Outdoor amphitheater located at the top of Senhora da Graça.

Praia Fluvial de Mondim

Mondim de Basto

Pleasant place for bathing on the Tâmega River. It has a small dam and a green space around the river.

Monte de Nossa Senhora da Graça

Mondim de Basto

Monte da Senhora da Graça is distinguished from other elevations of the Alvão/Marão mountain set by its steepness (known for the famous finishes of the Volta a Portugal by Bicycle) and because it is an elevation isolated from the others, …

Foz do Rio Cabril

Mondim de Basto

The Cabril River originates in Serra do Alvão, passing through Adoufe and flowing into the Tâmega River. The best place for swimming is located next to the Medieval Bridge.

Parque Urbano Municipal de Mondim de Basto

Mondim de Basto

Garden with lake and monument in honor of the dead of the Great War. It also has a children's playground and a sports center.

Miradouro de Nossa Senhora da Graça

Mondim de Basto

Known for the famous arrivals of the Volta a Portugal on Bicycle, Monte da Senhora da Graça does not end on this velocipede summer day. From over 900 meters above sea level, you have great views of the surrounding mountain …

Ermelo

Mondim de Basto

Village integrated into the Alvão Natural Park, located close to the Olo River. This village, which seems to have remained indifferent to the changes that time brings, retains its beautiful rural houses, made of granite and with slate roofs. King …

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Where to eat in Mondim de Basto

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Where to sleep in Mondim de Basto

Refúgio das Poldras
Refúgio das Poldras

Inserido numa área de floresta de 15000 m2 nas margens do rio cabril, o Refúgio das Poldras é isso mesmo: um refúgio romântico e acolhedor. Divide-se em duas u…

Água Hotels Mondim de Basto
Água Hotels Mondim de Basto

4 star

Water Hotels in Mondim de Basto, is a unit with 44 rooms, all comfortably decorated and with a great balcony, ideal to enjoy the stunning landscape. The surrou…

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