Visit to Vimioso

Organizer:

Several

Morning:
- Hiking trail PR1 – Olive Groves and Viewpoints Route, visit olive groves and traditional olive presses in Argozelo or Carção.
- Olive oil tasting, tiborna workshop, and contact with local producers.
Lunch:
- O Lagar or A Lareira Restaurant (try Mirandesa steak or goat).
Afternoon:
- Walk through the village of Algoso, visit the castle and viewpoint.
- Rural picnic or snack with local products in a leisure area near the river.
Dinner:
- O Castelo Restaurant (Algoso) or O Recanto Restaurant (Caçarelhos).
Evening:
- Overnight at Sr.ª de Pereiras Rural Hotel, Casa das Quintas, Casa do Regedor, or another suggested option.

Morning:
- Mountain bike or hike along PR2 – Fragas and Rio Maçãs Trails.
- Visit the Iberian Nature and Adventure Park (PINTA), nature activities, and wildlife observation.
Lunch:
- Local restaurant or rural picnic.
Afternoon:
- Visit the villages of Uva or Caçarelhos, participate in seasonal experiences (olive harvest, markets).
- Relax at natural viewpoints or leisure areas.

Book visits and olive oil tastings in advance, especially during harvest season.
Bring comfortable hiking shoes and seasonal clothing.
Consult the municipality for information on trails, events, and agricultural experiences.

Duration of the Tour

1 or 2 days

Travel Hours

Locations on the Itinerary

Vimioso

Municipalities of the Itinerary

Vimioso

Organizer Information

Featured Locations

Activities and Experiences	Location/Village	Description
Visit to traditional olive oil mills	Argozelo, Carção, Algoso	Olive oil tasting, explanation of the production process, contact with producers and olive tasting
Participation in the olive harvest	Family olive groves	Seasonal experience (autumn/winter): manual harvesting, interaction with farmers, rural snack in the olive grove
Tiborna workshop	Rural villages	Making and tasting tiborna (hot bread soaked in new olive oil), a local tradition
Interpretive tours	Olive groves and villages	Guided walks on native varieties (Cobrançosa, Madural, Verdeal), biodiversity and culture
Rural picnics	Leisure areas along rivers	Country lunch with local produce and olive oil, surrounded by nature
Observation of fauna and flora	Iberian Nature and Adventure Park (PINTA)	Trails, bird watching, activities for families and groups

Olive oil mills and agricultural cooperatives: guided tours and olive oil tastings, direct contact with local producers.
Algoso Village and Algoso Castle: historical heritage site surrounded by olive groves, with panoramic views.
Iberian Nature and Adventure Park (PINTA): nature experiences, trails, wildlife observation, and activities for children and adults.
Uva, Caçarelhos, and Matela Villages: olive-growing traditions, rural architecture, festivals, and seasonal markets.

Where to Eat and Sleep

Posta à Mirandesa: grilled veal drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.
Oven-roasted goat: traditional dish made with local olive oil.
Azedo: typical sausage served with greens or kale.
Regional products: breads, cornbread, cheeses, jams, honey, olive oil sweets.

Name	Location	Highlights
Restaurant O Lagar	Vimioso	Regional dishes, local olive oil, family atmosphere
Restaurant A Lareira	Vimioso	Traditional cuisine, grilled meats
Restaurant O Castelo	Algoso	Local cuisine, castle view
Restaurant O Recanto	Caçarelhos	Typical dishes, rural atmosphere

Name	Location	Type/Environment
Rural Hotel Sr.ª de Pereiras	Vimioso	Rural hotel, swimming pool, restaurant
Casa das Quintas	Algoso	Rural tourism, authentic environment
Casa do Regedor	Caçarelhos	Rural house, ideal for families
Casa do Castelo	Algoso	Local accommodation, views of the castle
Casas de Campo em Uva	Uva	Rural tourism, contact with nature

How to get around?

You can get to Vimioso 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 in the region depends on the locations you choose; in some cases, you'll need a vehicle.