Douro Valley to Peso da Régua by Train

Embark on a self-guided day trip from Porto to Peso da Régua, the heart of the famed Douro Valley.

Mosteiró

Mosteiró

We've now reached Mosteiró, a town steeped in religious history.

We've now reached Mosteiró, a town steeped in religious history. Mosteiró is known for its monastery, and the peace and tranquility it brings to the town. Mosteiró's name itself is a nod to its monastic heritage. The foundation of the Monastery of Vairão in the 10th century is a significant spiritual, cultural and historical landmark event in Mosteiró. Brother Lourenço Pires, a 14th-century monk, was instrumental in the monastery's expansion and the propagation of Christianity in the region.

It's believed that the monastery was a refuge for Christian monks during Moorish invasions. The town's water mills, some still in operation, speak of its agricultural past. Local legend speaks of the ‘Lady in White’, a ghostly figure said to wander the monastery's old halls, keeping vigil over its treasures..

Campanhã Porto Train Station
This region, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2001, is a testament to the human endeavor of viticulture.
Ermesinde
Once a major railway hub, this city has grown beyond its station.
Paredes Train Station
Paredes welcomes us next. This town is synonymous with two things - nature and furniture.
Penafiel
As we move deeper into the Douro region, we arrive at Penafiel. In this city, history permeates the air.
Caíde
Caíde's viticultural legacy can be traced back to the Roman era. Historical records from 1258 mention Caíde as a notable wine-producing region.
Livração
Livração is the next stop, a quiet place, ideal setting for the tranquil enjoyment of a glass of the light, fresh Vinho Verde.
Marco de Canaveses
Our journey continues to Marco de Canaveses, the birthplace of illustrious figures who brought the name of this land across borders.
Mosteiró
We've now reached Mosteiró, a town steeped in religious history.
Aregos
As we leave Mosteiró, we arrive at Aregos, our gateway to the Douro River.
Ermida
The train now brings us to Ermida, a village that clings to the steep hillsides of the Douro.
Rede
This small town, set against a backdrop of rolling hills, vineyards, and olive groves, is a symbol of the rustic charm of the Portuguese countryside.
Peso da Régua
Founded in the 3rd century BC, Régua welcomes us next with its spectacular terraced vineyards.
Arrival to Régua & Premium Port Wine Tasting
Régua, then a humble riverside town, became the lifeblood of the Port wine trade, with barrels shipped down the Douro River to Porto.
Lunch by the Riverside
The riverside restaurants and taverns here are living chronicles of the town's rich gastronomic heritage.
Visit of Museu do Douro
The Museu do Douro is a very special museum, it's a living witness of Douro Valley's illustrious wine-making legacy.
Returning to Train Station
As the day's shadows begin to lengthen, signaling the approach of twilight, it's time to trace your journey back to the starting point.