NORTH

ABOUT NORTH OF PORTUGAL

Northern Portugal is a region rich in history, culture and stunning landscapes. Known for its picturesque towns and vineyards, it offers visitors unique experiences. Porto, the country's second largest city, is famous for its Port wine and iconic bridges. Guimarães, the cradle of the Portuguese nation, enchants with its world UNESCO heritage city centre, while Braga besides being one of the oldest catholic cities in the world, has innumerable visible Roman heritage. The natural landscapes of the Peneda-Gerês National Park, the diverse clean rivers and the gorgeous beaches up to the border with Spain, are ideal for ecotourism and water sports enthusiasts.

The Pilgrimage City of S. Compostela, Spain

The City of Viana do Castelo

Peneda-Gerês National Park

BEST PLACES TO VISIT

Sanctuary of Bom Jesus, Braga

Guimarães Castle, Guimarães

City of Amarante

Douro Valley

"The Venice of Portugal", Aveiro

Minho river, Vila Nova de Cerveira