About
A charming town in the Douro Valley built around the Tâmega River. It’s known for the São Gonçalo church and a curious local tradition: bakeries sell pastries shaped in honor of the town’s patron saint of love and fertility. Has the most interesting pastries in country.
Why go
- Looks like something out of a storybook
- Charming town with a historic bridge and church
- Perfect for a peaceful day trip
Must try
- Try the traditional pastries
- Walk across the São Gonçalo Bridge
- Wander the old pastel colored streets
- Visit Igreja de São Gonçalo
- Try one of amarante’s traditional convent sweets
Pro tips
- Bus from porto takes around 35-45 minutes
- Only 45 minutes from porto
- Give yourself at least half a day
- Stop for coffee
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Rating
4.8 / 5