Valença
Also known as Valença do Minho, this county is bordered to the North and Northwest by the Minho river, which separates it from Spain. This river that marks the landscape, where are the vineyards and cultivated fields arranged symmetrically. Its Foundation is closely linked to their geographical location, having been an important military and political point due to the proximity of the border with Galicia. Was populated by Dom Sancho I and destroyed in 1212 by troops of Alfonso IX of León, receiving a Charter in 1217. During the middle ages, it was an important point of passage for pilgrims heading to Santiago de Compostela. At the time of the war of Restoration, between 1657 and 1668, was repeatedly battered by attacks Castilians, conserving even some forts built at this point: Fort of São Jorge, Balagota Fort, Tuído Fort, Forte de São Pedro da Torre and Watchtower of Cerdal. In relation to its gastronomy, roast lamb, cod to Gandra to São Teotónio, the RAM to dry soup and Gondomil. At the time of slaughter the pig, you can try belouras, sarrabulho and Fireworks. In handicraft, highlight to the Linnen.
What to do in Valença
Where to eat in Valença
Portuguese
30.00 €
A restaurant that belongs to the Pousada de São Teotónio, located in the fortress of Valença. It fe…
Portuguese
22.00 €
A restaurant in the fortress of Valença that serves national and regional dishes, with the historic…
Mediterranean, Portuguese
15.00 €
A restaurant with 60 seats, located in the centre of Valença.
Portuguese
12.00 €
A restaurant with a capacity for 180 people. It serves regional dishes, namely the Sanfins Kid and …
Where to sleep in Valença
Charm inn
Opened in 1962, the Pousada de Valença do Minho, of São Teotónio, stands on the highest point of the historic centre of Valencia, with privileged view of Spain…
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