Peso da Regua

Some basic facts:

• It is thought that the name originated from the name of a Roman house that stood here – the “Villa Reguela”.
• really developed after 1756 with the creation of a wine growers association for the region.
• played a fundamental role in the production and sale of port.

Lamego

Some facts about Lamego:

• A picturesque town in Portugal’s Douro valley known for its wine-producing traditions and stunning landscaped.
• home to impressive Baroque architecture.
• Site of a 13th century castle and many churches and religious sites.
• the pilgrimage church, the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remedios is located at the top of a beautifully tiled staircase of more than 600 steps.
• an ancient city that, like other Portuguese cities changed hands between the Christians and the Moors.