Visit to Vila Nova de Foz Côa
Organizer:
Several
Day 1
Morning:
Start at the Numão Castle Interpretive Center, followed by the PR1 VLF hiking trail, passing through olive groves and rural heritage.
Visit a local olive oil mill for an olive oil tasting and an explanation of the production process.
Lunch:
Local restaurant with typical dishes, such as steak and goat.
Afternoon:
Visit the Côa Museum to learn about the archaeological heritage and its relationship with the agricultural region.
Tour of historic villages such as Almendra or Castelo Melhor.
Dinner:
Traditional restaurant with regional cuisine.
Evening:
Overnight in rural accommodation or hotel.
Day 2 (optional)
Morning:
Cycling tour along part of the Côa Valley Grand Route (GRVC), exploring olive groves, forests, and villages.
Lunch:
Local restaurant with regional dishes and local olive oil.
Afternoon:
Visit viewpoints along the Côa River and relax in nature.
Tour olive oil and wine farms.
Final Tips
Check with the municipality for updated information on trails, events, and mill visits.
Book olive oil tastings and farm visits in advance.
Bring appropriate hiking and cycling gear and comfortable clothing.
Duration of the Tour
1 or 2 days
Travel Hours
Locations on the Itinerary
Vila Nova de Foz Côa, Numão, Almendra, Castelo Melhor
Municipalities of the Itinerary
Vila Nova de Foz Côa
Organizer Information
Featured Locations
Suggested Walking and Cycling Routes
PR1 VLF - Douro Trail from Numão to the Douro
Circular walking trail, of medium difficulty, which starts from the Numão Castle Interpretation Centre (village of Numão) and passes through rural paths, olive groves and heritage areas, with additional signage and diverse landscapes.
Great Côa Valley Route (GRVC)
A linear trail of approximately 200 km that follows the Côa River, passing through olive groves, historic villages, viewpoints, and archaeological sites. It can be completed in stages and is ideal for cycling and mountain biking.
Mountain Biking Center and Cycling Tours
There are several mountain bike and cycle touring routes around Vila Nova de Foz Côa, with varying levels of difficulty, which cross olive groves, woods, and villages, such as the route connecting Quinta Nova to the Côa Museum and other points of interest.
Places to Visit (linked to olive tourism)
Côa Museum: Interpretation center for archaeological and natural heritage, with exhibitions that contextualize the importance of agriculture and olive groves in the region.
Historic and rural villages: Such as Numão, Almendra, Castelo Melhor and others, where the olive-growing and agricultural tradition remains alive.
Local olive oil mills and producers: Guided tours with olive oil tastings, explanations of the production process and direct contact with farmers.
Viewpoints along the Côa River: Panoramic views of the terraced olive groves and the valley landscape.
Where to Eat and Sleep
Signature Dishes
Posta à Transmontana: grilled veal, drizzled with regional extra virgin olive oil.
Roasted goat: traditional dish, with local olive oil as an essential ingredient.
Regional products: breads, rolls, cheeses, and traditional sweets, always accompanied by regional olive oil.
Suggested Restaurants
Local restaurants in the town and villages, offering traditional dishes and regional olive oil.
Where to Stay
Rural Accommodation and Guest Houses
Farms and rural houses with olive oil and wine production, offering rural tourism and olive tourism experiences.
Rural tourism in nearby historic villages, for an authentic experience.
Hotels and Other Options
Local accommodation in the centre of Vila Nova de Foz Côa and neighbouring villages.
How to get around?
You can get to the city of Vila Nova de Foz Côa 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.
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.
