Moimenta da Beira

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Located between the Beira Alta highlands and the Douro valley, Moimenta da Beira enjoys, on the one hand, a mountain climate and, on the other hand, a more Mediterranean climate, which results in an interesting variety of fauna and flora. The municipality is limited to the northeast by the municipality of Tabuaço, to the southeast by Sernancelhe, to the south by Sátão, to the west by Vila Nova de Paiva and Tarouca and to the northwest by Armamar. The typical gastronomy of the region includes roasted goat and lamb, Portuguese stew and "bolo alvitana" (a savory dish made with homemade bread and sausages). To accompany it, try the famous Terra do Demo mature white wine (the name is an allusion to the work of Aquilino Ribeiro, a renowned writer who lived here for part of his life).

What to do in Moimenta da Beira

Rota das Vinhas de Cister

Moimenta da Beira

Route of themed itineraries that takes us through memories of medieval times and nationality, a mix of history, heritage built by Cistercian Monks, cellars and the stunning Douro landscape.

Casa-Museu Aquilino Ribeiro

Moimenta da Beira

Cultural Foundation created in the location where Aquilino Ribeiro lived, more precisely in a manor house dating from the 19th century where the writer lived. The house-museum has a private chapel, an interior courtyard and farm outbuildings. Here you can find hundreds of the writer's personal objects on display, including books, postcards and photographs.

Convento de Nossa Senhora da Purificação

Moimenta da Beira

Former Benedictine women's convent consisting of a church, cloisters and a fenced agricultural property. Mannerist, Baroque and Rococo religious architecture.

Praia Fluvial de Vilar

Moimenta da Beira

This site separates the parishes of Vilar (Moimenta da Beira) and Fonte Arcada (Sernancelhe), and allows fishing, particularly trout. The dam was created to normalize the flows of the Douro, and was recently used to capture water for public supply. …

Pelourinho de Vila de Rua

Moimenta da Beira

This pillory consists of a platform with six steps on which a column with a square base rests. The inverted trunk-pyramidal capital features four crowned heads, separated by a rosette. In the center, a larger spire is decorated with winged …

Parque de Fauna e Flora de Castelo

Moimenta da Beira

In this space, created with to protect endangered species, you can see several species of animals and plants from the region. A great option for a day in full contact with nature.

Povoado Pré-histórico do Castelo

Moimenta da Beira

Town dating back to the 3rd millennium BC, which preserves remains of a stone wall.

Ponte Românica de Ariz

Moimenta da Beira

Small Roman bridge in good condition, but invaded by vegetation.

Igreja Matriz de Leomil / Igreja de São Tiago

Moimenta da Beira

In this Church, dating from the 17th century, the interior features a Chapel dedicated to Nossa Senhora da Penha de França, with an altarpiece in polychrome gilded woodwork, 18th century tiles and a stone coffered vault.

Miradouro de Santa Bárbara

Moimenta da Beira

Viewpoint that offers magnificent views over the entire region.

Miradouro do Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Conceição

Moimenta da Beira

Viewpoint that offers magnificent views over the entire region.

Miradouro Capela da Senhora da Guia

Moimenta da Beira

Viewpoint that offers magnificent views over the entire region.

Biblioteca Municipal Aquilino Ribeiro

Moimenta da Beira

This library consists of free reading rooms, computer stations with Internet access, an audiovisual space and a periodical reading area.

Solar dos Guedes / Biblioteca Municipal Aquilino Ribeiro

Moimenta da Beira

Emblazoned house from the 18th century located next to an old Benedictine convent. It has a two-story facade with a balcony over the main door, surmounted by the coat of arms and a ducal crown. Inside, a plaster ceiling with …

Praia Fluvial de Segões

Moimenta da Beira

The waters of this beach, belonging to the Paiva River, have a slightly dark color, the result of the presence of mineral salts and are, therefore, highly sought after for skin diseases. It is the ideal place for sunbathing, a …

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Where to eat in Moimenta da Beira

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Where to sleep in Moimenta da Beira

Moinhos da Tia Antoninha
Moinhos da Tia Antoninha

In addition to the comfort that this rural tourism unit is proposing, one of its most capital gains is the fact that the mills being self-sustaining. The energ…

Solar dos Correia Alves
Solar dos Correia Alves

17TH-century manor house located in the historic centre of Moimenta da Beira. It is an ancient noble House that had after several occupants, including a footba…

Hotel Verdeal
Hotel Verdeal

3 star

Modern and friendly space that offers well-equipped rooms, a swimming pool, a bar and a summer terrace. There is also a restaurant that serves traditional Port…

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