This house in the heart of Montesinho Natural Park, in Vilarinho village, near Baceiro river. In its redevelopment work owners tried to combine the available space with all the requirements for a pleasant stay, was rebuilt obeying traditional style. Situated on a majestic forests of oaks and holms, you can stroll along the paths of the area.
If you enjoy sceneries of mountains and breathtaking colours, and/or if you are a lover of hunting or fishing you will find here a prime location.
The House has 1 bedroom 1 with capacity for 2 + 2 people and 1 T3 with seating for 6 +2 persons, it has 4 bedrooms, two with Private WC and two with shared bathroom, central heating, solar thermal panel for hot water, the porch has the perfect conditions for a barbecue, and during the summer or winter T1 and T3 are 100% independent.
Fully equipped kitchen with all the conditions to cook your own meals.
Parking in the Village at 100mt from the house
Playground at 100mt from home
The usufruct of two bicycles available is free.
Quiet and peaceful place for a holiday in the heart of the Natural Park Montesinho.
Minimum stay: 2 nights.
Activities:
Water Activities: Fishing.
Land activities: Hiking – Hiking, Hunting, Mountain Bike – MTB.
Noteworthy are several activities that you can perform in the surrounding place of your accommodation:
• Hiking
• Hiking for guidance.
• Mushroom picking.
• MTB rides.
• Trout fishing.
• Observation of animals, roe deer, wild boar and deer, among others.
Characteristics:
Barbecue, Terrace, Parking Area, Heating, Internet access, Pets allowed, Guided walks, bicycles available, information about the area, local products on sale, French, Portuguese, Galician, Spanish, Italian, Room suitable for disabled, Internet
Dating back to the 18th century, this quiet residence is situated in the Arribes del Duero Nature Reserve. Featuring an outdoor pool, it also incorporates a spacious garden with a private chapel.
Balconies and flat-screen TVs are standard in all rooms at the Hotel Rural Solar dos Marcos. Each room is air conditioned and features a modern bathroom with a bathtub. Wi-Fi is free.
The 4-star Solar dos Marcos offers a restaurant, where guests can taste popular regional specialties as well as international dishes.
Guests can arrange a donkey ride or go on a boat trip along the Duero River. Other activities include bird watching and hiking. Visitors can also take part in the traditional grape harvest.
The hotel is located in the Bemposta village, 10 minutes’ drive from the Spanish border. Free private parking is possible on site.
Children and extra beds
Free! All children under 6 years stay free of charge when using existing beds.
Free! One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a child’s cot/crib.
One child from 7 to 12 years is charged EUR 15 per person per night in an extra bed.
The maximum number of extra beds/children’s cots permitted in a room is 1.
Any type of extra bed or child’s cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Hotel Rooms: 9.
Activities
Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling.
Services and comforts:
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The AEPGA – Associação para o Estudo e Proteção do Gado Asinino is a non-profit association that was founded on May 9, 2001, and has as its purpose the protection and promotion of cattle asinine, particularly the indigenous breed of donkeys of Terras de Miranda (Miranda’s Lands) – Miranda’s Donkey. This association brings together creators and admirers of this cattle and this contributes to the genetic improvement and the creation of a group of animals whit similar characteristics, which currently survives in Planalto Mirandês (Mirandese Plateau), representing the first indigenous breed of donkeys from Portugal.
The AEPGA has three centers oriented to specific activities, where are housed animals (donkeys) belonging to the Association.
The AEPGA Headquarters is located in the village of Atenor, on the village hall. In this space you can :
The village of Atenor lies in adjoining area the Parque Natural do Douro Internacional (PNDI)(Douro International Natural Park), about 5 Km from the village of Sendim (Miranda do Douro).
The AEPGA has three centers inhabited by donkeys: in the village of Atenor you can visit the Center “O Palheirico “, in the village of Pena Branca, the Pena Branca Center awaits your visit , the village of Duas Igrejas, you can visit the Centro de Acollhimento do Burro (The Center Refuge of the Donkey ).
The boat carried by the cliffs of Miranda do Douro is one of the greatest natural attractions of the region. Firstly the comfort provided by the boat, equipped and air-conditioned and the spectacle of the landscape that offer the cliffs of the Douro. But this tour is mainly a deep dive in nature, the local fauna and flora. Is possible get in touch with the natural anr rare habitats, enjoy the quiet and daring flights of the local fauna, and always with due explanation of technical specialists who already know this cannon Douro like his own hands and show the more fantastic tourist sites.
This tour is completely environmentally friendly, any pollution, including noise, was safeguarded to cause the least possible impact on the environment.
Moreover, the company responsible for this environmental Cruise works for the integrity of the spaces in which it operates and is sponsoring several programs for research and conservation, always defending the concept of sustainable ecotourism.
Description: The building, constructed in 1562 by nuns, always had educative purposes. There they founded a prestigious Jesuit school. With the expulsion of the Order in 1759 a seminary was settled in there in 1766 and from 1853 to 1968 the National School. From 1968 to 1995 the Preparatory School Augusto Moreno was instaled. Renewed in 2004 by the City council of Bragança it was once more transformed in the Municipal Library, Library Adriano Moreira, Academy of Letters of Trás-os-Montes and Conservatory of Music.
Description: The Municipal Theater of Bragança is the main theater of the region. The building was inaugurated in 2004. The structure was designed by Portuguese architect Filipe Oliveira Dias in 2001. It is part of the national network of theaters.
Description: Have you ever thought about the environmental impact that ower actions have on the planet – the transport we use, the election of the products that we buy in the supermarket, the habits of using energy at home and at work? In center of Science of Bragança the visitor can discover how the world of energy and environment are an unavoidable presence in our daily lives. It has a cafeteria and free internet
Touristic animation business
Right in the middle of Montesinho Natural Park, is the base of A. Montesinho, which congregates in a rural and authentic environment, six magnificent homes, preserved and made with typical materials of the region. With all the tranquility the visitor can enjoy the magnificent biodiversity in the natural park away from urban life.
The gastronomy is a brand of the region’s culture, and also has a distinct space in the Group A. Montesinho. Within a gentle and welcoming community , the adventures and unusual experiences are a constant , turning your visit a delight for the senses . Venture out and experience what the park has to offer you in mountain biking, all -terrain , riding or walking , admire the rare beauty of our land and delivered in time for your soul to this “wonderful kingdom”.
Sales point of regional products, Crafts , Wine , Olive Oil , Confectionery , Cheese and sausages, etc.
Situated in the village of Gimonde, one of the “gates” in to the Natural Park of Montesinho, it is extended for an area of 27 hectares, where biodiversity and the beautiful typical landscapes, enchant and enrapture.
Especially conceived for the organization and accomplishment of events, it congregates in the same space: multipurpose room with capacity for 700 people, room for small meals and conferences with capacity for 250 people, 3 room restaurant, typical cellar, traditional oven, regional products store, swimming pool, gardens and park with capacity for 400 cars.
Price: 15 a 25€
Casa do Forno – Rural Tourims
Site: http://www.amontesinho.pt/?lang=pt&page=casas/forno.jsp
Located in Quinta das Covas, the Casa do Forno is a Agro-Tourism unit that combines comfort and a flaring landscape.
With swimming pool, Playground also for kids, it’s an excellent option for who wants to enjoy the pleasures of nature and field.
Curiosity
The name is due to the existence of a furnace, where traditionally was baked bread, and where
Casa do Guieiro
Website: http://www.amontesinho.pt/?lang=pt&page=casas/guieiro.jsp
Previously, each work in agriculture was accompanied by moments of celebration during or after the farm chores. As written by Belarmino Afonso “Dance toke place anywhere, especially at night, among young people”.
The “roçada”, the “cegada”, the “magusto” and “festa dos rapazes” (the boys party)are some examples.
Curiosity
The Guieiro is the hill which is overlooking the Quinta das Covas ,where is situated the Guieiro House semi-detached with Casa do Forno.
Total of seven bedrooms
Price: 40-50€
Services and facilities:
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Description: A rural camping park integrated in the Biological Park of Vinhais, also with Bungalows, located within the Natural Park of Montesinho.