Covas do Douro

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The Douro is a trip worth seeing in Portugal. Fantastic views and beautiful drives.
The Douro is a trip worth seeing in Portugal. Fantastic views and beautiful drives.
This region, which is bathed by the Douro River and is part of the so-called Douro Vinhateiro, has been producing wine for more than 2000 years, among which is the world famous Porto wine.

Its origins go back to the second half of the seventeenth century, when Port Wine began to be produced and exported in quantity, especially to England.

However, the high profits from exports to England would lead to situations of fraud, abuse and adulteration of the quality of generous wine. The main producers of wine of Douro then demand the intervention of the government and on September 10, 1756, the "General Company of Agriculture of the Vineyards of Alto Douro" is finally created.

To demarcate the physical space of the region were then ordered to implant 201 frames of granite. In the year 1761 are placed another 134 Pombaline landmarks, making a total of 335.

Already on May 10, 1907, under the decree signed by João Franco, the demarcated region is again delimited, extending to the Upper Douro.

The long tradition of viticulture has produced a cultural landscape of exceptional beauty that reflects its technological, social and economic evolution.
Quinta Nova Winery House - Relais & Châteaux

Quinta Nova Winery House - Relais & Châteaux

4 out of 5
Quinta Nova Sabrosa
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Sabrosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Quinta do Popa and Fonseca Quinta do Pascanal ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews)
Beautiful property. Did not like the food.

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

Quinta Nova Winery House - Relais & Châteaux
Quinta da Marka

Quinta da Marka

4 out of 5
Estrada Nacional 322-2 Sabrosa Vila Real
The price is CA $280 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
CA $280
CA $297 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this farm stay in Sabrosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Quinta do Popa and Quinta do Tedo are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
Beautiful location, staff are very welcoming, food and wine are wonderful. Excellent experience, highly recommend!!!

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025

Quinta da Marka
Quinta da Veiga

Quinta da Veiga

4 out of 5
Ferrao, Donelo Sabrosa
The price is CA $218 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
CA $218
CA $231 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this country house in Sabrosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Quinta do Popa and Quinta do Tedo are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (78 reviews)
Staff was incredible!

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2024

Quinta da Veiga
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D'Autor Village

D'Autor Village

4 out of 5
Rua da Algária 473 Baiao Porto
Stay at this villa in Baiao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Quinta de Covela and Eça de Queiroz Foundation are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
We stayed here for about a week with our children aged 13 and 11. We loved our time here, the estate the apartments are on is beautiful. The apartment was clean and the staff are friendly and very responsive. Breakfast was delicious too.

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

D'Autor Village
Vivenda à Beira Rio

Vivenda à Beira Rio

Folgosa do Douro Viseu
Stay at this villa in Armamar. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Viewpoint of St Leonardo da Galafura and Archaeological ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
What a gorgeous view from the home and outdoor kitchen/patio!!! Kitchen was well stocked and beds were comfortable. The Douro Valley was amazingly beautiful. We had a great stay!

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

Vivenda à Beira Rio
Cozy vacation home ideal for families with outdoor area and games room

Cozy vacation home ideal for families with outdoor area and games room

Santa Marinha do Zezere Porto
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Baiao. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions São Silvestre ...
Cozy vacation home ideal for families with outdoor area and games room
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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