Location: Lamego
Top Things to do in Lamego
The 6 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Lamego, Northern Portugal
Lamego ( Portuguese pronunciation: [lɐˈmeɣu]; Proto-Celtic: *Lamecum) is a city and municipality in the Viseu District, in the Norte Region of the Douro in northern Portugal. Located on the shores of the Balsemão River, the municipality has a population of 26,691, in an area of 165.42 km².
Restaurants in Lamego
1. Quinta Santa Eufemia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 192 reviews
Quinta Santa Eufemia was founded in 1864 by Bernardo Rodrigues Carvalho, and now is managed by the fourth generation of the Family who have been producing these fine old Douro Port wines, preservinf the alge-old-skills of winemaking and ageing.Situated on the left side of the river Douro, with over 50 hectares under vines, the vineyard produces grapes of the richest varieties, trodden in the traditional way and fermented on granite vats in order to extract their finest essences.The wine is aged in oak casks before being selectively blended to satisfy the most refined palates. We have a shop where we sell our products We make tastings and visits. Please make always a reserve.
Reviewed By NuckChorris92 - Hamburg, Germany
We went here as part of a wine tasting tour through Douro valley and tried a few of their port wines. The tasting was really good, the lady who guided us through the wines was really friendly and forthcoming and explained everything to us, starting with the history of the winery, how the different port wine families differ and what makes them different and stand out. The wines were really good as well and we were never forced into buying anything! Nevertheless we got two small bottles in the end, cause it was really good and we wanted to support a business like this, especially in times like these. Would recommend this winery 100%!
2. Santuario Nossa Senhora dos Remedios
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,024 reviews
Reviewed By Cres - Lisbon, Portugal
the Sanctuary is a place of unique characteristics. worth a visit as well the city of Lamego. easy access by car.
3. Capela de Sao Pedro de Balsemao
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
The chapel of São Pedro de Balsemão is located in a small plain along the Balsemão river banks. Although the chapel is now part of a seventeenth century manor, its interior still preserves 10th century traits, namely Mozarabic Iberian architecture techniques, which make it one of the rare examples in portuguese territory. Another remarkable element of this small temple is D. Afonso Pires sarcophagus as well as the Roman influence, well visible in several inscribed stones, reused in the construction of the chapel walls.
4. Museu de Lamego
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
The Museum of Lamego is installed in the ancient Episcopal Palace, whose reconstruction is due to D. Manuel de Vasconcelos Pereira, the Bishop of Lamego between 1773 and 1786. Founded in 1917, after de 1910 Revolution (Republic), its collection, which its major characteristic is the eclectism, is continuously enriched by new donations. At present and in permanent exhibition, it has sections of painting, tapestry and paraments, sculpture, gold-craftmanship, ceramics, ornamental tiles, arheology, chapels, vehicles and furniture. Among the colection there are 18 pieces classified as National Threasures. Flamish tapestries and Vasco Fernandes's paintings, both from 16th century, assume the role of the museum's ex-libris.
Reviewed By neilherbert45 - Dorchester, United Kingdom
We were advised to visit Lamego by our host Margarida at Casa de Romezal in Peso De Regua - it isn't far, and the views of the Douro and vines on th way are excellent - we wanted to visit the Cathedral but were told it was closed due to a robbery, so we came here instead - excellent museum, well presented, and well worth a visit - some beautiful relics, tiles, paintings and some incredible 16th century Flemish tapestries depicting scenes from Sophocles Oedipus
5. Catedral de Lamego
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 245 reviews
Reviewed By Eeper55 - Falmouth, Canada
Built some 8 centuries ago, this is a beautiful place to visit. In the heart of Lamego, it is amazing to consider how long ago this place was stood here. Be quiet as you look through.
6. Castelo de Lamego
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 175 reviews
Nacional Monument, built in the X century. With a fantastic view from the top of the Lamego city. Visit free.
Reviewed By 232marab
It is a small castle but well maintained and with a good capacity for public access. All exhibitions are free and the people available and friendly.
