On São Martinho’s Day, northern Portugal’s interior stops — and celebrates. Magusto, new olive oil, new wine and the smell of roasting chestnuts. A day the territory has lived for centuries.

Olive oil inspired by the Caretos de Podence, a UNESCO Heritage mask, reaches Costco in the US in limited edition. Discover its story.

In November, Trás-os-Montes has two harvests at once: wild mushrooms from the forest and new oil from the mills. A combination that only exists here, in this season.

November in Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro: the first frosts, new olive oil fresh from the mills, and a fireplace that isn’t decoration — it’s the centre of the house.

Ready to book: two days in the Terra Fria in autumn — chestnut woods, Vinhais smoked meats, a Montesinho walk and a tasting of new olive oil at a visitable mill.

The monumental chestnut trees of Trás-os-Montes’ Terra Fria are living landscape with centuries of roots. What the soutos are, where to find them, and why October is the time to go.

The chestnut harvest fills the soutos of Trás-os-Montes each October, just as the olive harvest begins. Discover autumn's two great harvests in Northern Portugal.

Combining farming with hospitality keeps farms viable — and women are increasingly leading. What it means for olive oil tourism in northern Portugal.

Fumeiro de Vinhais: from the Bísaro pig slaughter tradition to an alheira with olive oil in the recipe. History, the museum and where to eat in Vinhais.

Pinheiro Novo in Vinhais is one of the most genuine villages of Terra Fria Transmontana — granite, vernacular architecture and the PR1 Fragas do Pinheiro trail in Montesinho Natural Park.

The Festa do Menino of Vila Chã de Braciosa, in Miranda do Douro, has been inscribed in Portugal's National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage under Urgent Safeguarding. A pagan winter solstice ritual on January 1st — and a compelling reason to plan your New Year's in northern Portugal.

At Romeu near Mirandela, a family built a legacy of olive oil, wine and exceptional food since 1874. Visit Restaurante Maria Rita — 7 Wonders of Portugal.

Before October arrives, the mills of Trás-os-Montes are already preparing for the new season. What happens behind the scenes of the olive harvest, in September.

The Bragança Agricultural Fair (FAB) takes place from 18 to 21 June 2026 at the Quinta do IEFP. Four days dedicated to agricultural innovation, native breeds, honey, bread and Transmontana traditions.

The Polytechnic Institute of Bragança (IPB) is running "Ano D'Alimentação", a series of events on valuing Trás-os-Montes food products. On June 17, in Carrazeda de Ansiães, olive oil takes centre stage — with technical visits, talks and a free tasting.

Favaios, the Moscatel village in Alijó: houses with coats of arms, PR14 trail, viewpoint overlooking the Douro wine region and tasting at the Cooperative Winery.

O lagar comunitário ao ar livre de Cortiços é um dos raros exemplos de olivicultura partilhada em Portugal. Descobre a história única desta aldeia transmontana e o seu papel no olivoturismo de Trás-os-Montes.

Rio de Onor: a village in the Trás-os-Montes region divided between two countries, where ancient communal traditions and the Montesinho Natural Park meet.

Discover Sambade, in Alfândega da Fé: ancient history, a baroque church, hiking trails in the Serra de Bornes mountains, and authentic Transmontane cuisine. Plan your visit!

Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro in spring: the complete guide for those who want to stop, breathe and discover one of the most authentic regions of Portugal. Two natural parks, viewpoints, waterfalls, gastronomy and true tranquility.