Douro Valley Destination Guide

Vila Gale Douro Vineyards
With a breathtaking view of the Douro River and the Tedo River, it is in the heart of the Douro Vinhateiro that Vila Galé Douro Vineyards arises. With a strong component of agro and wine tourism, this unit extends through the centenary Quinta do Val Moreira, which already appeared on the famous map of Baron de Forrester, drawn in the 19th century, which earned him the reputation of a cartographer.
On the south bank of the Douro, close to the picturesque village of Marmelal, the property that hosts Vila Galé Douro Vineyards is very close to one of the two landmarks built by the Marquis of Pombal in 1757. Classified as buildings of public interest, they served to demarcate the Douro fortified wine zone, at the time under the jurisdiction of the Companhia Geral da Agricultura das Vinhas Douro. Thus was born the first demarcated wine region in the world. Today, the terraced vineyards make the landscape that surrounds this unit unique.
Vila Galé Douro Vineyards stands out for its location, charm and exclusivity. Here you can enjoy the calm and silence, the scenery, but also the outdoor swimming pools, the regional cuisine of the Vineyards restaurant, whose terrace allows you to admire the surroundings. But also visits to the cellar and tastings of Port and table wines from the Val Moreira brand, produced on site.
You can also take the opportunity to stroll among the vineyards, through the olive groves or the almond groves (particularly beautiful during the almond blossom), always with Tedo and the Douro as company. To complete your stay, take a river cruise, visit the region's wine estates or take a train ride. Seeing the almond trees in bloom or taking part in the harvest are other suggestions.





























