August settles over Trás-os-Montes with the authority of its heat. The air trembles over the olive groves, the cicadas never stop chirping, and the dry, cracked earth holds its thirst for the deep roots of the centuries-old olive trees. After July shaped the fruit with its heat, the month arrives in which, without fanfare, a large part of the harvest to come is decided.

June in the olive grove: physiological decline and natural selection. A practical guide for tourists: when to go, what to see, experiences with producers in Trás-os-Montes.

May in the olive grove: full bloom, wind pollination, and fruit set define the harvest. Discover the most critical month for olive growing in Trás-os-Montes.