Vinhais

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Vinhais belongs to the Trás-os-Montes region and is located in the Douro river basin, being crossed by the Tuela and Rabaçal waters. With a very pronounced relief and deep valleys, it has altitudes between 300 and 1273 meters and has a sometimes extreme continental climate. The region's vegetation is rich and diverse, with several native species, and the fauna is of European importance given the existence of endangered species such as the Iberian wolf, the golden eagle or the white stork. With a cheerful and hospitable spirit, the people of Vinhais have strong pagan traditions represented in popular festivals that surprise outsiders, such as the Festa dos Rapazes or Festa dos Caretos. In gastronomy, trout from the Tuela River, hunting and the famous smoked meat stand out.

What to do in Vinhais

Castelo de Vinhais

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Castle built in the 13th century, then subject to modifications in 1253. It had great military importance due to its location in a border area. Currently, some walls of medieval origin remain, as well as some towers and doors. In the 18th century, the existing castle was demolished so that the main church could be erected.

Centro Interpretativo da Gruta de Dine / Lorga de Dine / Casa da Moura Encantada

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Ancient limestone dolomite cave, with occupation documented in Recent Prehistory and Protohistory. It is believed to have had a funerary function, as well as having served as a grain store. The collection of its interior can be found in the Dom Diogo de Sousa Museum, in Braga.

Parque Biológico de Vinhais

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The Vinhais Biological Park aims to preserve, promote and interpret the typical region landscape, offering outdoor experiences such as hiking, donkey rides, wildlife observation and sporting activities. In addition to being a Park, it is also a natural reserve, promoting the protection of the region's fauna and flora, an ecomuseum, conserving and promoting traditional architecture and crafts, and a monument …

Praia Fluvial do Rabaçal

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Unsupervised river beach, with great scenic beauty and clear waters.

Percurso Pedestre do Moinho do Perigo

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Short walking route with a length of 4.8 kilometers, reaching an altitude of around 720 meters. For around two hours, you will go through several agricultural paths in the Vinhais parish.

Percurso Pedestre das Fragas do Pinheiro (PR1)

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Short pedestrian route with a length of twelve kilometers, reaching an altitude of around 1150 meters. For around five hours, you will pass through several agricultural paths in the Vinhais parish.

Moinho de Fresulfe

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Mill located in the Montesinho Natural Park, on the left bank of the Tuela River. The large dam guarantees enough water for the mill, with its three millstones, to operate. The old premises where the miller lived are currently transformed …

Parque Municipal de Vinhais

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Large and modern green space, very pleasant, with garden benches.

Miradouro do Santuário de Santa Luzia

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From here you can get beautiful views of the surrounding green hills.

Praia Fluvial da Ponte de Soeira

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Located on the EN103, which connects Vinhais and Bragança, this friendly natural reservoir is sheltered from the wind and has good sun exposure.

Complexo Municipal de Piscinas de Vinhais

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It has indoor and outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor amphitheater, a restaurant and changing rooms. It also has a tennis and football court and a basketball, volleyball and badminton court.

Igreja de São Francisco e Seminário dos Missionários Apostólicos de Vinhais

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This building has architectural features from the 17th and 18th centuries. On the facade, open, large windows framed in granite, with Johannine decoration. Elegant pinnacles top the cornices on which the pediments rise. The church also has a parietal bell …

Pelourinho de Vinhais

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Pillory formed by an octagonal shaft and a capital decorated with heraldic symbols and a cross, topped with an armillary sphere. It was built in the 16th century, destroyed at the end of the 19th century and rebuilt in the …

Edifício dos Antigos Condes de Vinhais / Casas Novas / Centro Cultural Solar dos Condes de Vinhais

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Baroque-style manor house, built in the 18th century. It has a longitudinal plan and a hipped roof. The facade is characterized by the rhythm of the windows and doors, with triangular pediments and wrought iron. On the left side of …

Praia Fluvial de Fresulfe

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A green area of great beauty, with many trees offering shade and an area for picnics. It is located in the Montesinho Natural Park and is bathed by the Tuela River. There is a support bar and a craft store …

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Where to eat in Vinhais

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Where to sleep in Vinhais

Quinta dos Castanheiros
Quinta dos Castanheiros

Before you enter, follow the advice given by this rural tourism unit: close your eyes, take a deep breath and take your mind of all thoughts that accompany it.…

Varandas da Capela
Varandas da Capela

Varandas da Capela está situada na aldeia de Tuizelo, no Parque Natural de Montesinho. Localizada a 12 km de Vinhais, 44 km de Bragança e 70 km de Verin (Espan…

Casa da Mencha
Casa da Mencha

This House retreat located in the heart of the Montesinho Natural Park, went to get his name to the former owner, known in the region for Mencha. In full conta…

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