Main rivers of the Iberian Peninsula
The Douro River is a major river of the Iberian Peninsula through northern Portugal, between landscapes of towering mountains that surround it, is a remarkable natural attraction opportunities for activities and excursions can be made there.
Heritage by UNESCO, this river, once violent and aggressive, now fascinates us by its beauty and quality of wines produced by him. It is the oldest demarcated wine region the birthplace of the famous Porto wine and many of the best wines of Portugal.
Thus, huge tracts of terraced vineyards, the result of continuous work of generations of men, covering the valley creating an amazing landscape worthy to go.
Renting a car or traveling by train or boat cruises is the ways to explore the Duero River Valley. Between Porto and Pocono is one of the railway routes along which the train, resulting in all an adventure because it is a great engineering work that exceeds the natural features through 26 tunnels and 30 bridges. The result is an unforgettable journey through breathtaking scenes of natural beauty and tranquility.
Hiking, biking tours are other ways to connect with the beauty of the Douro and the villages that we find along the route.
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