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.

A report by the EU's "More Than Only Food & Drink" campaign confirms that food tourism creates lasting consumers. For DOP olive oil from Trás-os-Montes, this isn't a trend — it's a strategy. And it's already happening.

Wildfires originating in Valpaços have destroyed olive groves and vineyards in Mirandela. Producers report major losses and production compromised for 2026. Azeite a Norte stands in solidarity with those who have lost what took a lifetime to build.

A technical report published in Agroportal reveals that olive oil production costs in Portugal range from €2.5 to over €12 per litre. The traditional dryland groves of Trás-os-Montes are the most expensive to run — and the least supported. Here's what that means for producers, buyers and visitors.

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.