Vila Nova de Foz Côa
Vila Nova de Foz Coa integrates in the demarcated Douro region, a fertile valley on the shores of the rivers Douro and Coa. This privileged location made this a region coveted by ancient peoples and human presence since the Paleolithic era proved, since, in the 20TH century 90, met several rock carvings. Your set also-known as the Archaeological Park of the Coa-is the biggest attraction of the region, in the case of the biggest outdoor archaeological museum. Here you can find, spread over multiple cores, traces of the Paleolithic periods, Neolithic, CHALCOLITHIC, Bronze age and iron age. Also known as the Capital of Almond, Foz Coa has the largest quantity and density of almond trees: approximately 38000 acres trees 106000. The spectacle of almond trees in blossom, which normally takes place between the second week of February and the first few days of March, is a beauty of this elegant and natural way, which certainly deserves a visit to this lovely city! The regional gastronomy revolves around local products, such as almonds, figs, olive oil, honey and wine. Be sure to taste the sour salad, cold water ball, the ball of oil and almond cookies.
What to do in Vila Nova de Foz Côa
Where to eat in Vila Nova de Foz Côa
Portuguese, Regional
12.50 €
Petiscaria Preguiça, in Vila Nova de Foz Coa, hides in the Douro valley, overlooking the river, and…
Portuguese
16.00 €
Installed at the Museum of the Coa, boasts the fantastic panoramic views, of beauty of the building…
Portuguese
14.00 €
Simple and familiar space to serve dishes of national cuisine, being his specialty grilled roast co…
Portuguese
12.00 €
Restaurant belonging to a cozy Inn, serving good regional and national cuisine dishes.
Portuguese
10.00 €
Modern and simple restaurant serving good traditional Portuguese dishes. His specialty, as the name…
Portuguese, Regional
18.00 €
O restaurante Bago D’Ouro, em Vila Nova de Foz Coa, situa-se numa antiga casa, toda de pedra, muito…
Portuguese
10.00 €
Restaurant belonging to the accommodation with the same name, serving good regional dishes.
Where to sleep in Vila Nova de Foz Côa
4 star
O silêncio que tudo domina, entrecortado apenas pelos melódicos sons da natureza, é imagem de marca desta Casa do Rio, implantada numa das quintas da Quinta do…
“Bairro do Casal” is located in the village of Murça, on a beautiful slope near the Douro river, 15 km away from Vila Nova de Foz Côa in the Oporto Wine region.
2 star
Cosy House, located in the city centre, offering 22 well-appointed rooms and the well-known restaurant route of Engravings, serve good homemade dishes from the…
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