Peso da Régua, Portugal Cruises

Peso da Régua, Portugal Cruise Port

Located in the north of Portugal, Peso da Regua sits by the Douro River, producing some of the finest port wines in the world since the 18^th century. Surrounded by sloping coastline, lined with wine terraces, the scenic city is located in the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known, of course, for the wines that have been produced in the region. If not for the unique grapes that thrive in the region, Peso da Regua would not have the wealth or cultural value it does today. This is the perfect port for all wine lovers, so if that’s you, continue below for some of our favorite things to do in Peso da Regua:

• Make the climb to the Sao Leonardo Observation Deck, where the birds-eye view of the terraced vineyards lining the Douro River will take your breath away.
   
• Just a short trip away, Vila Real is a must-see in the Douro Valley, filled with magnificent estates dating back to the 1500s.
   
• The Museu do Douro is the best place to learn the history of the city, primarily how the unique microclimate allows port wine grapes to thrive in the region.
   
• Certainly something everyone must do is try the port wine! A number of wine tours and vineyard trips are available in Peso da Regua.