Visit to Carrazeda de Anciães
Organizer:
Several
Day 1
Morning:
Hiking trail PR2 – Ansiães Castle Trail, passing through olive groves and visiting the castle.
Visit a local olive oil mill for a tasting and an explanation of the production process.
Lunch:
Casal de Tralhariz or Flor do Monte Restaurant (try roast goat or Trás-os-Montes style steak).
Afternoon:
Tour through the villages of Linhares or Seixo de Ansiães, meeting with producers, and purchasing olive oil.
Visit viewpoints overlooking the Douro and Tua Rivers.
Dinner:
O Cantinho or O Pipas Restaurant (regional cuisine).
Evening:
Overnight at Casal de Tralhariz, Mallus Agroturismo, The Village House by CDV, Hotel Rural Flor do Monte, or another suggested option.
Day 2 (optional)
Morning:
Mountain bike or cycle tour along rural routes between Carrazeda de Ansiães and Lavandeira.
Lunch:
Local restaurant serving regional dishes and local olive oil.
Afternoon:
Visit local olive oil producers and participate in seasonal experiences (e.g., olive harvesting).
Relax in leisure areas near the Douro or Tua rivers.
Final Tips
Book accommodations and olive oil tastings in advance, especially during peak season.
Bring comfortable walking shoes and seasonal clothing.
Consult the municipality for information on trails, events, and visits to mills.
Duration of the Tour
1 or 2 days
Travel Hours
Locations on the Itinerary
Carrazeda de Ansiães, Linhares, Seixo de Ansiães e Lavandeira
Municipalities of the Itinerary
Carrazeda de Ansiães
Organizer Information
Featured Locations
Hiking and Cycling Trails
PR1 CAN – Chestnut Tree Route: Circular route, passing through olive groves, vineyards, and typical villages, passing by Ansiães Castle and offering views of the Douro.
PR2 CAN – Ansiães Castle Trail: Path connecting the village to the castle, crossing olive groves and rural heritage.
Mountain Biking and Cycling Trails: Rural routes and secondary roads between Carrazeda, Linhares, Seixo de Ansiães, and Lavandeira, ideal for cycling, with landscapes of olive groves and vineyards.
Places to Visit (with links to olive tourism)
Traditional and modern olive mills: Guided tours, olive oil tastings, and direct contact with local producers are available.
Ansiães Castle: National monument surrounded by olive groves and rural landscapes.
Villages of Linhares, Seixo de Ansiães, and Lavandeira: Places where the olive-growing tradition lives on, with rural heritage and seasonal festivals.
Douro and Tua viewpoints: Panoramic vantage points to enjoy the agricultural landscape and terraced olive groves.
Where to Eat and Sleep
Signature Dishes
Roast goat: a traditional dish made with local olive oil.
Posta à Transmontana: grilled veal drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.
Azedo: a traditional sausage served with vegetables or kale.
Regional products: breads, rolls, cheeses, and traditional sweets.
Recommended Restaurants
Casal de Tralhariz Restaurant – typical Transmontano cuisine, with regional dishes and local olive oil.
Flor do Monte Restaurant – traditional dishes and a family atmosphere.
O Cantinho Restaurant – offering regional dishes.
O Pipas Restaurant – known for its home-cooked food and cozy atmosphere.
Where to Stay
Hotels and Rural Accommodations
Casal de Tralhariz – farmhouse surrounded by olive groves and vineyards, with a swimming pool, a restaurant serving traditional cuisine, and a family-friendly atmosphere 5.
Mallus Agroturismo – small stone houses, a swimming pool, and a rural atmosphere, ideal for families or groups 1 9.
Hotel Rural Flor do Monte – comfortable accommodations, good value 1.
The Village House by CDV – modern accommodations in the historic center, themed decor, and continental breakfast 4 6.
A Casa do Professor – vacation homes with a private pool, equipped kitchen, and garden 7.
Negreiros Wine - Quinta das Amendoeiras – guest house in a rural setting, ideal for those seeking contact with nature 1.
Seven Books House – specialized inn, peaceful atmosphere 1.
Other Options
Vacation rentals and rural homes – available in the region, including villas with pools and Douro views, ideal for groups and families 2.
How to get around?
You can get to the city of Carrazeda de Ansiães by car or bus.
Buses depart several times a day from Porto, specifically from the Campanhã terminal, providing a permanent connection to the Porto Metro and trains.
Your arrival time in the region depends on the locations you select.
