Provesende is a charming parish located in the municipality of Sabrosa, on the northern bank of the Douro River. Perched on a plateau, it offers incredible views of the surrounding region and various places to explore.
The Provesende Mother Church, located in the center of the village, was built in 1720 on the site of a smaller church and is considered “one of the jewels of the religious heritage of the Douro Wine Region.” It is one of the most visited sites by travelers.
For a memorable experience, Quinta Fonte do Milho, a small but beautiful agricultural property on the outskirts of Provesende, offers moments of pleasure and socializing. While it does not provide accommodation, it welcomes tourists from around the world for wine and olive oil tastings, which automatically results in direct sales of its wine and olive oil production.
Nature, green spaces, and landscapes are very prominent in this locality. Therefore, we suggest that you take advantage of the good weather and admire the terraced vineyards of the Douro Wine Region at the Filoxera Viewpoint. From this location, you can observe men and women working in the vineyards, as well as the views of the village of São Cristóvão do Douro at the bottom of the valley and the surrounding wineries.
Another suggestion for enjoying your visit is to take the Provesende Wine Trail. This walk is only about 6 kilometers long and offers mostly vineyard views. It starts near the Provesende church and ends on the left bank of the mouth of the Pinhão River.
Located in the village of São Martinho de Anta, in the municipality of Sabrosa, the Miguel Torga Space’s main goal is to study and promote the poetic and literary work of Miguel Torga. Besides the evident beauty of the building, the space allows you to learn more about the life and work of the writer from the Douro region. If you are interested in getting to know more about this work and the life of Miguel Torga, be sure to visit this place.
Finally, if you are planning to stay in the Provesende region for a few days, right in the heart of the demarcated Douro region, you have Morgadio da Calçada. It is one of the 13 manor houses in Provesende that tell the story of the great Port wine producers. Surrounded by terraced vineyards and olive trees, Casa da Calçada offers a comfortable and refined stay.
Despite all these magnificent suggestions, do not miss the opportunity to visit and enjoy everything else that the village of Provesende has to offer.
