Location

Torre de Gomariz Wine & Spa Hotel is located in Vila Verde in the heart of Minho. It is the ideal option for those who want to know and explore the North of Portugal.

It is less than an hour away from the main points of interest:

Vila Verde

Torre de Gomariz Wine & Spa Hotel is located in the parish of Cervaes, in Vila Verde. Vila Verde has an extensive natural heritage, but its ex-libris is in the traditional handkerchiefs for lovers. Some suggestions to visit are:

• Espaço Namorar Portugal (Valentine's handkerschiefs) • Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora do Bom Despacho

• Faial River Beach • "A Letra" Brewery • Viewpoint of Santo António de Mixões da Serra • Viewpoint of Oural

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Barcelos
Handicrafts and the Rooster of Barcelos

Barcelos, at a distance of 15 minutes (12km) is especially recognised by the Rooster of Barcelos and its handicraft, with renowned artisans such as Júlia Côta and Rosa Ramalho. For those who want to walk the Camino de Santiago, it is the epicenter of the Portuguese Camino de Santiago. Some suggestions to visit are:

• Historic center and its gardens • Matriz Church, Paço dos Condes de Barcelos and riverside area • Monte do Facho Viewpoint

• City Park • Weekly fair (Thursdays) • Pottery Museum and Chocolate Museum

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Braga
Best European destination of 2021

Braga is one of the oldest cities in Portugal and is only 20 minutes away (18km). It is known for its numerous churches and flower gardens. Some of the suggestions to visit are:

• Bom Jesus do Monte (UNESCO World Heritage) and Sameiro Sanctuaries • Historic Center and Sé Cathedral • Tibães Monastery

• Santa Bárbara Garden, São João da Ponte Park, Picoto Viewpoint

• Biscaínhos Museum, D. Diogo de Sousa Archeology Museum and Dr. Gonçalo Sampaio Costume Museum

Braga is also known for its famous events, such as:

• Holy Week (Easter celebrations) • Braga Romana • Popular Feast of St. John

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Other places to visit nearby:

• Esposende (beach) - 28km | 35min

• Ponte de Lima - 25km | 35min

• Guimarães - 40km | 40min

• Viana do Castelo - 35km | 50min

• Porto - 65km | 50min

• Peneda-Gerês National Park - 46km | 50min

• Golf Courses: Braga (13km | 20min), Axis Ponte de Lima (24km | 30min) and Estela (33km | 35min)

• DiverLanhoso Adventure Park - 43km | 45min

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