Destinations / Portugal / Porto
Feel free to discover the beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Porto, taste the Port wine from the famous Alto Douro wine region and enjoy the idyllic landscape! Gourmets will also be in for a treat. The Portuguese-style chicken stew is one big treat.
Porto and the Douro River
Porto is Portugal's second largest city, located almost on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. Apart from the wine, the Douro River valley winding through the city is also typical of this popular tourist city. Try the oldest tram line on the Iberian Peninsula, this line, nowadays mainly for tourists, runs along the banks of the Douro River and gives you an unforgettable view of the city's scenery. Football fans can visit the FC Porto stadium.
The majestic Douro River will certainly make a great impression on you! This infinitely beautiful river is navigable for 210 km, with only 5 locks. FPP has opened a new base for you right in the modern and cosmopolitan jewel of the area, Porto.
Discotheques, cathedrals and museums
The people of Porto work hard, but they can make up for it by sitting in one of the local restaurants, cafes or wine bars. In the evening, they usually go out to a disco. Be sure to visit the famous Sé Cathedral, built in Romanesque style, to which Gothic and Baroque elements were added over time. Among the plethora of museums located in Porto, mention the Wine Museum, the Tram Museum and the Museum of Communication and Transport.
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