Situated right on the Route of the Romanesque, Quinta de Melquíades is also surrounded by idyllic spots where your photos will create unforgettable memories. We're always available to accompany you on visits and even make reservations for you.
On the right side of river Douro it once was an anchoring stop of rabelo boats. In recent years, however, it became an important tourist site with inviting waters.
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The dead city of Penafiel dating back to the 1st Century, it's an archaeological site yet to be fully explored. This roman castrum is often associated with the Millenium Falcon from Star Wars because of it's shape, giving the area a special cosmic nuance.
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Composed of six windmills that have been recovered and made completely functional, the visitor is taken back to the time in which they were an important survival factor. The millstones work endlessly night and day to produce the wheat that sustained our ancestors: the broa.
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It's architectural style is unique, made out of granite, schist and slate. It's endogenous resources can be appreciated by traversing the road that connects the village to the Monte da Pegadinha. The bucolic streets demand a slow walk in which the visitor gets to marvel the traditional washing places, the 200 years old chapel or the old stone cross.
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Atop the Boneca mountain range in Sebolido, Penafiel, there's a breathtaking swing and a viewpoint with privileged sights to the Douro river's valley. A challenging route, walking across schist and quartz that is well worth it for the surrounding landscape and the unique feeling of being one with Nature.
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The icon that marks the entire region that produces the famous Aveleda wines, this Quinta is also a producer of high-quality cheeses. The entire space is charming and deserves an extensive visit where you can even schedule a wine taste.
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