São Pedro do Sul
São Pedro do Sul is located in the Dão-Lafões sub-region, dominated by the Gralheira mountain range and bordered by the Paiva and Vouga rivers. The municipality was created in 1836, resulting from the division of the former municipality of Lafões, of which it was one of the two capitals, along with Vouzela. The São Pedro do Sul Thermal Baths are one of the municipality's landmarks and are among the most popular resorts in the Iberian Peninsula. Their origins date back to Roman times, and until 1910 they were known as Caldas de Lafões or Caldas da Rainha Dona Amélia. The local cuisine is rich in diverse flavors, such as wood-fired roasted goat, Lafões-style veal, cabidela rice, pork rinds, sardine balls, and Lafões-style duck rice. All accompanied by the region's excellent vinho verde!
What to do in São Pedro do Sul
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12 thermal spas and hot springs in Portugal to Improve Your Health and Well-being
Take advantage of the healing powers of the hot springs that abound throughout Portugal. As the old saying goes, a heal…
Where to eat in São Pedro do Sul
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17.50 €
This typical restaurant with a traditional decor offers lovely views of the mountains of São Macári…
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12.00 €
A large room, simply decorated. It has quite a pleasant terrace with several parasols and views of …
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12.00 €
This typical restaurant, located in the historic area, is decorated by rustic details and offers a …
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15.00 €
This typical restaurant, located in the old primary school, has lovely mountain views and a menu of…
Where to sleep in São Pedro do Sul
4 star
This heavenly space, near the Termas de São Pedro do Sul, was completely refurbished and adapted, while preserving the architectural primitive traits, that giv…
Quinta dos 4 Lagares is located in the vale do Vouga, being surrounded by the Serra do Caramulo, Freita, Gralheira, Arade and St. Macarius. The farmhouse, once…
3 star
Is deployed, since 1919, with views of the river Vouga. This ancient building, decorated with 18th-century-inspired pieces, offers 140 well-equipped rooms and …
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