Places to visit in Viseu

Granite villages between the Douro and the Serra da Estrela, with schist hamlets, river beaches and terraced vineyards in the valleys. This is the heart of rural central Portugal and where most of our hosts live.

  • 10 places to visit
  • 14 rural stays
  • Rivers, waterfalls and wild swimming 2
  • Mountains and viewpoints 3
  • Monuments and historic sites 2
  • Things to do 1
  • Places to eat 2

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Rivers, waterfalls and wild swimming

River beaches, waterfalls, lagoons and swimming holes.

River & sea

Ponte de Cabaços

Viseu

Easy access to Paiva River, this location has a small sand beach and an unfortunately degraded …

River & sea

Poço Azul

Viseu

The Poço Azul (Blue Well) is a rocky space with crystal clear waters, small wtaerfalls and …

Mountains and viewpoints

Peaks, passes, ridges and the viewpoints that look out from them.

Mountain

S. Macário Sunset

Viseu

Sunset located at a viewpoint that provides a panoramic view over Serra da Freita, Arouca and …

Mountain

Serra do Caramulo (Caramulinho)

Viseu

Com uma vista de excelência sobre o vale circundante, o Caramulinho é um local de grande …

Mountain

Serra do São Macário

Viseu

The locals appreciate and are proud of the area surrounding S. Macário, a very strong sign …

Monuments and historic sites

Castles, monasteries, sanctuaries and prehistoric sites.

Monument

Sanctuary of São Macário

Viseu

Located at the top of Monte de S. Macário, 10 km from Aldeia de Sul, north …

Things to do

Walks, boardwalks, museums, wildlife trips and days out.

Activity

PR5 - PAIVA TRAIL

Viseu

It is a short route with high scenic, cultural and environmental interest. It is 6.5 km …

Places to eat

Village restaurants and tascas worth the drive.

Food

Restaurante Salva Almas

Viseu

Pratos por encomenda:- cabrito ou vitela assados no forno a lenha;- pica no chão (galo de …

Food

Restaurante Somos aldeia

Viseu

Restaurante de comida regional, Mercearia tradicional com produtos biológicos, enchidos e doces.


Where to stay in Viseu

Village houses and quintas, with the price set by the host.

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