Douro Region

When the coastal area ends, Amarante appears divided by the Tâmega River, but connected by the bridge, which bears the same name as the temple located next to it, on one of the riverbanks, «St. Gonçalo». Protected from the humid winds of the Atlantic by the Marão and Montemuro Mountains we arrive to the Douro Valley and tribute is paid to the combined work of men and nature, depicting the universal value of the active role of a landscape of excellence. The «Alto Douro Vinhateiro» (Douro Wine Region) is classified as World Heritage by UNESCO since 2001. It is a place where the magic of the landscape highlights the terraces that grow the famous and cherished Port Wine, in the most ancient and beautiful demarcated wine region of the world. A place waiting for you visit.