North of Portugal

You will discover some of the main charms of northern Portugal if you visit Viana do Castelo. I’m…

Vila Nova de Famalicão really surprised me. The city center itself might not be the most captivating, but its…

Visiting Vila Verde means discovering one of the lesser-known municipalities of Minho. It often goes unnoticed due to…

Visiting Vizela means discovering one of the smallest municipalities in Portugal. A single morning or afternoon is more…

If you’re planning a trip to Peneda-Gerês National Park and want to stay in Soajo, Lindoso, or one of the nearby…

They say Sistelo is the Portuguese Tibet. I wouldn’t know—I haven’t visited Tibet yet. But I did visit…

The Serra d’Arga is an emerging travel destination in Northern Portugal. Its landscapes are stunning, often reminiscent of…

Perched between the Douro River and the Tua Valley, Carrazeda de Ansiães is one of those destinations that surprises at every turn. Known…

When I think of the Douro International Natural Park and the Arribes del Duero, Freixo de Espada à Cinta always…

Torre de Moncorvo is without a doubt an incredible destination in Portugal—especially if you’re a fan of breathtaking…

Best Things to do in Viana do Castelo | Portugal