Peso da Régua, often called Régua, is famous for its Port wine and the landscape that surrounds it.
Situated on the banks of the River Douro, it is an ideal starting point for exploring the vineyards, enjoying the gastronomy and immersing yourself in the local culture.
Heritage:
The Peso da Régua Railway Station Cais is a picturesque place by the river that invites visitors to stroll, relax and enjoy the view. The Douro line is one of the most beautiful in the world and along its route the stations are adorned with tiles. The tiles on the Douro Line are a true work of art, depicting the grape harvest and the Douro landscape. The Ponte Metálica, also known as Ponte D.Luís, is a landmark of the city, offering an incredible view over the River Douro. Other points of interest include:
Chapel of the Seven Corners;
Cruzeiro Chapel;
Alto da Fonte do Milho Archaeological Station;
Church of São José de Godim;
Peso da Régua Mother Church;
Landmark demarcating the Douro fortified wine production area;
Casa do Douro;
Teatrinho da Régua.
Green spaces:
This municipality has the most fascinating viewpoints in the region. These are: the São Leonardo de Galafura viewpoint; the Santo António viewpoint; the Vale da Cunca viewpoint; and the Monte Raso viewpoint. The municipality also has the Caldas de Moledo Park, known for the Caldas do Moledo thermal baths, and the Zona Ribeirinha, where you can enjoy the fauna and flora along the banks of the River Douro.
Museums:
In order to get to know the history and culture of this Municipality, we leave the following museums as suggested visits:
Douro Museum;
Adega das Giestas Negras Museum;
Wine tourism:
Peso da Régua is known for its wine tourism, with several estates that you can visit for wine tastings and guided tours.
Gastronomy:
The region is known for its excellent Port wine, but also for the typical dishes that reflect the Douro culinary tradition. It is a land of excellent sausages, smoked meats and pure olive oil. Highlights include meatballs stuffed with sausages, hearty red bean soups, roast kid or rabbit and, not forgetting, the Teixeira cookie.
Visit Peso da Régua, visit the Douro, a region that has a lot to offer and stories to tell.