9 daysNational Road 2: Chaves to Faro
The great crossing of the Portuguese interior, with around 739 km between Trás-os-Montes and the Algarve.
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Chaves travel guide · Ponte Romana de Trajano
Chaves occupies the Tâmega valley next to the Spanish border. The Roman bridge, keep, historic quarter and baths help to understand the ancient Aquae Flaviae and the border town. The São Neutel Fort and other points are outside the central route; confirm thermal access and winter conditions before traveling. The great crossing of the Portuguese interior, with around 739 km between Trás-os-Montes and the Algarve.
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Chaves occupies the Tâmega valley next to the Spanish border. The Roman bridge, keep, historic quarter and baths help to understand the ancient Aquae Flaviae and the border town. The São Neutel Fort and other points are outside the central route; confirm thermal access and winter conditions before traveling. The great crossing of the Portuguese interior, with around 739 km between Trás-os-Montes and the Algarve.
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9 daysThe great crossing of the Portuguese interior, with around 739 km between Trás-os-Montes and the Algarve.
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8 daysAn editorial introduction to the 777 km circuit that connects Minho, Trás-os-Montes, Douro and Porto.
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