Visit by Mêda
Organizer:
Several
Day 1
Morning:
Hiking trail PR1 – Olive Groves and Castles Trail, with a visit to Marialva Castle.
Olive oil tasting and visit to a traditional olive oil mill.
Lunch:
O Mercado or Sete e Meio Restaurant (try roast kid or Trás-os-Montes style steak).
Afternoon:
Tour through the villages of Longroiva or Coriscada, meet producers, and purchase olive oil.
Relax at the Longroiva Thermal Baths.
Dinner:
O Lagar or O Retiro Restaurant (regional cuisine).
Evening:
Overnight at Longroiva Hotel Rural, Hotel Novo Dia, Casa do Adro, or another suggested option.
Day 2 (optional)
Morning:
Cycling tour along the Caminho do Douro à Serra (Way from the Douro to the Mountains).
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).
Tour natural viewpoints.
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
Mêda, Marialva, Longroiva e Coriscada
Municipalities of the Itinerary
Mêda
Organizer Information
Featured Locations
Hiking and Cycling Trails
PR1 MDA – Olive Groves and Castles Trail: Circular trail that passes through olive groves, historic villages, and rural areas, passing by Marialva Castle and offering views of the Douro River and the Serra da Marofa.
PR2 MDA – Douro to Serra Trail: A linear trail, ideal for cycling, crossing olive groves, vineyards, and small villages, ending at viewpoints overlooking the Douro Valley.
Rural Trails between Mêda, Marialva, and Longroiva: Trails along secondary roads and agricultural trails, perfect for exploring the landscape and connecting with local producers.
Places to Visit (with links to olive tourism)
Traditional and Modern Olive Oil Mills: Guided tours and olive oil tastings, with explanations of the production process and direct contact with local producers.
Marilva Castle: National monument surrounded by olive groves and rural heritage.
Villages of Marialva, Longroiva, and Coriscada: Places where the olive-growing tradition lives on, with rural heritage and seasonal festivals.
Longroiva Hot Springs: A wellness area surrounded by agricultural landscapes, ideal for relaxing after a day of hiking.
Where to Eat and Sleep
Characteristic Dishes
Roasted goat in the oven : traditional dish, made with local olive oil.
Posta à Transmontana : grilled veal, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.
Azedo : typical sausage, served with turnip greens or cabbage.
Regional products : bread, cornbread, cheeses and traditional sweets.
Suggested Restaurants
Name | Location | Highlights |
The Market | Meda | Mediterranean cuisine, wines |
Seven and a Half Restaurant | Meda | Portuguese dishes, atmosphere |
O Lagar Restaurant | Meda | Regional cuisine, family atmosphere |
O Retiro Restaurant | Meda | Traditional dishes, good wine list |
Cb Farm - Traditions at the Table | Meda | Home cooking, group atmosphere |
Where to Stay
Hotels and Rural Accommodation
Name | Location | Type/Environment |
Longroiva Rural Hotel | Longroiva | Rural hotel with pool and spa |
New Day Hotel | Meda | Hotel in the center, family atmosphere |
Churchyard House | Meda | Local accommodation, welcoming atmosphere |
Balcony House | Meda | Rural tourism, ideal for families |
Hill House | Meda | Country house, peaceful environment |
HOUSE IN THE CHESTNUT | Meda | Rural house, contact with nature |
Tapadinha Farm | Meda | Private rooms, rural setting |
Haystack House/Court Houses | Near Mêda | Country houses, private pool |
How to get around?
You can get to Mêda by car or bus.
For something different, you can travel up the Douro River by boat or train.
Once you're in the region, depending on the destinations you choose, in most cases you'll need a vehicle.
