Chaves Castle – Stories of bravery and courage!
Located in a border area, Chaves Castle was the scene of many decisive battles. It was built in the 9th century, even before the foundation of Portugal, during the Christian reconquest, and rebuilt during the reigns of King Afonso III and King Dinis. This king concluded the keep that dominates the beautiful city of Chaves until today. During the reign of D. Afonso Henriques the castle was conquered and integrated in Portugal. It was taken over by the Castilians about 80 years later. It was necessary another 10 years for...
Sistelo Walkways Tour
See the photos of the Oportoguides walk to the Sistelo walkways, on our facebook or instagram! Part of Ecovia do Vez (classified by UNESCO as a world biosphere reserve), the Sistelo walkways follow the Vez river for around 10 kilometres , until it reaches Portuguese Tibet! Yes, Sistelo is known as Portuguese Tibet due to its green terraced landscape, considered a national monument as a cultural landscape. These terraces are made by man to increase the agricultural surface in a very steep region. Sistelo walkway group (August19) Throughout the trail we can enjoy the...