Vila Real, Administrative district in northern Portugal
Vila Real district spans across 4,239 square kilometers of mountainous terrain between Porto and the Spanish border, containing numerous small villages and towns.
The district was formally established in 1835 as part of Portugal's administrative reorganization, becoming a crucial center for regional governance in northern Portugal.
The district maintains strong connections to wine production along the Douro River valley, with numerous vineyards contributing to Portugal's wine heritage.
The region offers various accommodation options near natural parks, with easy access to outdoor activities and wine tasting experiences throughout the district.
Natural mineral water sources in Vidago and Pedras Salgadas represent significant industrial activities, producing nationally recognized mineral water brands.
Location: Portugal
Capital city: Vila Real
Shares border with: Viseu, Porto, Braga, Ourense, Bragança
GPS coordinates: 41.29611,-7.74611
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:34
Marão Tunnel
13.3 km
Alto Douro Wine Region
20.7 km
The Stone house
34.3 km
Serra do Marão
12.9 km
Mateus Palace
2.8 km
Bridge of Mizarela
49.6 km
Ponte de Trajano
54.5 km
Nature Park of Alvão
10.8 km
Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Graça
19.5 km
Mosteiro de Santa Maria das Júnias
61.8 km
Santuário de Panóias
4.6 km
Castle of Chaves
54.4 km
Castle of Arnóia
26.6 km
Baixa Limia - Serra do Xurés Natural Park
65.8 km
Vila Real Bridge
2 km
Ponte de São Gonçalo
27.9 km
Régua Dam
16.7 km
Mosteiro de São Miguel de Refojos de Basto
32.1 km
Barroso
48 km
Estádio Municipal de Chaves
55.8 km
Montalegre Castle
59.1 km
Fecha de Barjas waterfall
54.6 km
Varosa Dam
19.7 km
Caldas de Chaves
54.2 km
Cathedral of Vila Real
46 m
Castelo de Pena de Aguiar
20.1 km
Museu de Arte Contemporânea Nadir Afonso
54.8 km
Termas de Carvalhelhos
44.3 kmReviews
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