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Alto Minho Collection

Alto Minho, Portugal, is a hidden gem filled with historical wonders and breathtaking landscapes

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: XIX century Peso Thermal Spa, Melgaco. Alto Minho, Portugal

XIX century Peso Thermal Spa, Melgaco. Alto Minho, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: The Minho river at Melgaco as a borderline with Galicia, in Spain. Portugal

The Minho river at Melgaco as a borderline with Galicia, in Spain. Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Cloisters of the Benedictine Monastery of Sanfins de Friestas, 12th century, Valenca do Minho

Cloisters of the Benedictine Monastery of Sanfins de Friestas, 12th century, Valenca do Minho. Alto Minho, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: The beautiful 16th century fountain in the historic center of Caminha. Alto Minho, Portugal

The beautiful 16th century fountain in the historic center of Caminha. Alto Minho, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Moledo do Minho beach. In the background the Insua fortress, dating back to the 17th century

Moledo do Minho beach. In the background the Insua fortress, dating back to the 17th century. Caminha, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: The main square of Viana do Castelo with the public fountain dating back to the 16th

The main square of Viana do Castelo with the public fountain dating back to the 16th century, the Town Hall (16th century) and the Hospital das Chagas da Misericordia (16th century). Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Sand dunes with its endemic flora and the beach of Caminha at the mouth of the River

Sand dunes with its endemic flora and the beach of Caminha at the mouth of the River Minho, the borderline between Portugal and Spain

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Pitass House from the 17th century, in a late manueline style. Caminha, Minho

Pitass House from the 17th century, in a late manueline style. Caminha, Minho. Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: The pleasant shadowy walking trails of Sistelo, covered by grapevines (latadas)

The pleasant shadowy walking trails of Sistelo, covered by grapevines (latadas). Serra da Peneda, Portugal (MR)

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Grilled limpets with garlic, a delicacy. Moledo do Minho, Portugal

Grilled limpets with garlic, a delicacy. Moledo do Minho, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Statues of the portal of the Motherchurch (Se Catedral) of Viana do Castelo dating back

Statues of the portal of the Motherchurch (Se Catedral) of Viana do Castelo dating back to the 15th century. Alto Minho, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Windsurfing in Moledo do Minho. Caminha, Portugal

Windsurfing in Moledo do Minho. Caminha, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Valenaza do Minho (Valenca do Minho). Alto Minho, Portugal

Valenaza do Minho (Valenca do Minho). Alto Minho, Portugal
ValenAza do Minho (Valenca do Minho). Alto Minho, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: A temporary little village, Branda do Alhal, in the heights of Serra da Peneda

A temporary little village, Branda do Alhal, in the heights of Serra da Peneda. Sistelo, Alto Minho. Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Statue of the Portuguese warrior by the sculptor Jose Rodrigues representing the

Statue of the Portuguese warrior by the sculptor Jose Rodrigues representing the tournament between the two armies, Portuguese and Spanish in the year 1140. Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: The river Vez at the historic center of Arcos de Valdevez, Alto Minho, Portugal

The river Vez at the historic center of Arcos de Valdevez, Alto Minho, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: A quiet square in Seixas, a historic village near Caminha

A quiet square in Seixas, a historic village near Caminha. It is on the Camino de Santiago facing Spain. Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Sao Joao de Arga monastery, dating back to the 13th century. Caminha, Minho. Portugal

Sao Joao de Arga monastery, dating back to the 13th century. Caminha, Minho. Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Moledo do Minho beach and Santa Tecla mountain in Spain, Caminha, Minho. Portugal

Moledo do Minho beach and Santa Tecla mountain in Spain, Caminha, Minho. Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Cubs of the Garrano. It is an Iberian horse, specific to the Peneda Geres National Park

Cubs of the Garrano. It is an Iberian horse, specific to the Peneda Geres National Park. Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Espigueiros, the old and traditional stone granaries of Soajo. Peneda Geres National Park

Espigueiros, the old and traditional stone granaries of Soajo. Peneda Geres National Park, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: The medieval bridge of Assureira, Castro Laboreiro. Peneda Geres National Park, Portugal

The medieval bridge of Assureira, Castro Laboreiro. Peneda Geres National Park, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: The 13th century old castle of Lindoso, keeping an eye on the Spanish mountains ahead

The 13th century old castle of Lindoso, keeping an eye on the Spanish mountains ahead, and the Espigueiros, the old and traditional stone granaries. Peneda Geres National Park, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: The Garrano is an Iberian horse, specific to the Peneda Geres National Park. Portugal

The Garrano is an Iberian horse, specific to the Peneda Geres National Park. Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Corn bread, Moncao. Alto Minho, Portugal

Corn bread, Moncao. Alto Minho, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: The Mother Church of Caminha (Nossa Senhora da Assuncao church) in manueline style

The Mother Church of Caminha (Nossa Senhora da Assuncao church) in manueline style, dating back to the 16th century. Caminha, Alto Minho. Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Traditional ceramic tiles of a house inside the 17th century fortifications of Valenca

Traditional ceramic tiles of a house inside the 17th century fortifications of Valenca do Minho. Alto Minho, Portugal

Background imageAlto Minho Collection: Walking along the shadow of birch trees. Peneda Geres National Park. Portugal (MR)

Walking along the shadow of birch trees. Peneda Geres National Park. Portugal (MR)


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Alto Minho, Portugal, is a hidden gem filled with historical wonders and breathtaking landscapes. Step back in time as you admire the beautiful 16th-century fountain in the historic center of Caminha. Marvel at its intricate design and imagine the stories it could tell. For beach lovers, Moledo do Minho offers a slice of paradise. As you relax on its golden sands, take in the view of the Insua fortress dating back to the 17th century. The juxtaposition of nature and history creates an unforgettable backdrop. If you're feeling adventurous, head to Santa Tecla mountain in Spain visible from Moledo do Minho beach. Witnessing two countries at once is truly awe-inspiring and showcases Alto Minho's unique location. Viana do Castelo boasts a charming main square adorned with a public fountain from the 16th century. Take a moment to appreciate its architectural beauty while immersing yourself in local culture. Nature enthusiasts will be captivated by Caminha's sand dunes teeming with endemic flora near the mouth of River Minho. Explore this pristine ecosystem and let its tranquility wash over you. The Pitass House stands proudly as a testament to late manueline style architecture from the 17th century. Its grandeur transports visitors back in time, offering glimpses into Alto Minho's rich heritage. Sistelo invites you on pleasant shadowy walking trails covered by grapevines (latadas). Lose yourself amidst lush greenery while enjoying picturesque views that seem straight out of a postcard. Indulge your taste buds with grilled limpets accompanied by garlic—a delicacy not to be missed when visiting Moledo do Minho. Experience culinary bliss as flavors dance on your palate. The statues adorning Viana do Castelo's Motherchurch portal are true masterpieces dating back centuries—each telling their own story through intricate craftsmanship that leaves visitors spellbound.