Almonds trees in bloom

In the Douro Superior region, spring arrives at the end of February, and the slopes of Vila Flor, Freixo de Espada-à-Cinta, Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, Mogadouro, and V.N.Foz Côa are adorned in white and pink to welcome it in a unique display of rare beauty. However, don’t be mistaken if you think you’ve fully appreciated this spectacle unless you’ve walked along these slopes covered in clouds of flowers that gently fall to the ground, creating a sunlit carpet of snow. The pleasure of the walk we suggest along the slopes of the Côa Valley is only rivaled by the joy of tasting the magnificent local products, such as almonds, olive oil, and DOC wines. You can also visit the Côa Museum and marvel at the diversity of Paleolithic hunter-gatherer art. Come along!