Visit to Macedo's lands
Organizer:
Several
Day 1
Morning:
Visit to the Agricultural Cooperative (olive oil tasting and olive tourism)
Tour of the historic center and Terras de Cavaleiros Geopark
Lunch:
D. Antónia Restaurant or Real Domus (try Azedo or Posta Mirandesa)
Afternoon:
Hiking trail PR4 Quercus Trail or bike ride to Azibo
Visit to Azibo River Beach
Dinner:
Brasa Restaurant (francesinha or cow's foot with grains)
Evening:
Overnight in a rural house or suggested hotel
Day 2 (optional)
Morning:
Visit to the village of Podence and Casa dos Caretos
Hiking trail Rota dos Moinhos
Lunch:
Local restaurant with game or goat dishes
Afternoon:
Visit to the Royal Spinning Mill of Chacim and viewpoints of the Serra de Bornes
Final Tips
Inquire in advance about seasonal gastronomic events (Boar Route, Grelo Festival, etc.) to enrich your experience.
Book guided tours and olive oil tastings in advance.
Bring comfortable hiking shoes and seasonal clothing.
Duration of the Tour
1 or 2 days
Travel Hours
Locations on the Itinerary
Macedo de Cavaleiros
Municipalities of the Itinerary
Macedo de Cavaleiros
Organizer Information
Featured Locations
Hiking Trails
PR4 - Quercus Trail:
Distance: 8.1 km | Duration: 2h20 | Elevation difference: 173 m
Circular route, ideal for exploring the local biodiversity and the municipality's landscapes.
Moinhos Route (Podence): A path through old watermills, alongside streams and forests, with panoramic views and contact with the rural life of Trás-os-Montes.
Cycling
Azibo Route: A route around the Azibo Reservoir, approximately 30 km long, ideal for cycling, passing river beaches, viewpoints, and olive groves.
Places to Visit (with links to olive tourism)
Macedo de Cavaleiros Agricultural Cooperative: Guided tours and olive oil tastings, contact with local producers, and explanations of the production process. 8. 9.
Terras de Cavaleiros Geopark: Interpretive center and trails that cross olive groves, villages, and geological heritage.
Podence Village and Caretos House: Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Caretos tradition, and connection to rural Trás-os-Montes culture.
Royal Filatório de Chacim: Former silk factory, part of the European Silk Road, with links to the region's agricultural history.
Birdwatching and local wildlife.
Azibo Dam
Where to Eat and Sleep
Suggested Restaurants
D. Antônia: traditional cuisine, with meat dishes and regional desserts
Real Domus: meat specialties, such as rodeo and typical dishes from Trás-os-Montes
Brasa: regional and international cuisine, including the cow's foot with chickpeas.
Where to Stay
Rural Accommodation and Guest Houses
Casa da Vovó Faia (Morais)
Casa das Argolas (Macedo de Cavaleiros)
Casa do Vovô Rufino (Podence)
Casa do Azibo (Santa Combinha)
Casa da Fraga (Ferreira)
Hotels and Other Options
Hotel Muchacho: design hotel in the city center
Hotel Marisol: with garden and terrace
Boutique Wine Hotel Panorama: restaurant and bar.
Capitolio: accommodation with restaurant and garden.
Quinta da Moagem: outdoor pool and restaurant.
How to get around?
You can get to the city of Macedo de Cavaleiros by car or bus.
Buses depart several times a day from Porto, particularly from the Campanhã terminal, providing a permanent connection to the Porto Metro and trains.
Where you're in the region depends on the locations you choose.
To visit the village of Podence, you'll need to travel by car or another form of transportation.
The same applies to the Royal Filatório de Chacim.
You'll also need transportation to get to the Azibo Reservoir.
Outside of peak season, there's no other way to get there.
