Stays in the heart.
HISTORIC SITES
Millennial History
Viseu’s history goes back 2500 years. Named Vissaium, possibly in the 1st century, it was the scene of important historical events that marked the history of Portugal.
Tiles Panel - Praça da República
Sé Catedral de Viseu
Countless illustrious personalities have passed through the lands of Viriato. It was in Viseu that king D. Duarte was born and where it is believed that the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, was born. Immerse yourself in this immensity of history and travel back in time with us!
Suggestions to visit
UNFORGETTABLE TASTES
Dão’s gastronomic richness
Viseu’s gastronomic richness is also evident in its history. It is said that, before the departure of the Portuguese for the conquest of Ceuta, Dão wine was served at the celebrations organised by Infante D. Henrique in Viseu.
In 1908, the Demarcated Region of Dão was instituted, becoming the first region of non-liqueur wines to be demarcated and regulated in Portugal.
The main grape varieties of Dão Wines are red, Touriga Nacional and Alfrocheiro black and white, Encruzado and Malvasia-Fina.
Looking to enjoy the best that the region has to offer?
We recommend visiting the Dão Wine Route and let yourself be charmed by the richness of wine tourism in Viseu.
For more information on the routes, click here.
Be enchanted by ancient flavours
Also part of the Viseense portfolio is a remarkable gastronomic menu, full of delicacies, such as Vitela à Dão Lafões (Veal), Roasted Lamb, Arroz de Carqueja (Carqueja Rice), Viriatos and Pastéis de Vouzela (Vouzela Pastry), among others. On the following map you can find some suggestions to try during your stay.
UNFORGETTABLE TASTES
Dão’s gastronomic richness
In 1908, the Demarcated Region of Dão was instituted, becoming the first region of non-liqueur wines to be demarcated and regulated in Portugal.
The main grape varieties of Dão Wines are red, Touriga Nacional and Alfrocheiro black and white, Encruzado and Malvasia-Fina.
We recommend visiting the Dão Wine Route and let yourself be charmed by the richness of wine tourism in Viseu.
For more information on the routes, click here.
Be enchanted by ancient flavours
Also part of the Viseense portfolio is a remarkable gastronomic menu, full of delicacies, such as Vitela à Dão Lafões (Veal), Roasted Lamb, Arroz de Carqueja (Carqueja Rice), Viriatos and Pastéis de Vouzela (Vouzela Pastry), among others. On the following map you can find some suggestions to try during your stay.
Suggestions to savour during your stay?
Beleza natural
Viseu in the heart of Nature
Viseu’s natural wealth is the result of its geography. The county is full of microclimates, enhanced by the transition zones between rivers and mountains.
The cosiness of the surrounding mountains (Estrela, Caramulo, Buçaco, Leomil, Montemuro and Arado), offer to Viseu a Mediterranean climate, with personality, characterised by cold winters and hot summers. On warmer days you can seek refuge in the green spaces of Mata do Fontelo, Parque Aquilino Ribeiro or Parque de Santiago.
If you want to explore and feed your adventurous spirit, check our map with some recommendations for trails within the natural and archaeological heritage of Viseu.
There are about 52 pedestrian routes in Viseu region, for all types of visitors. You can choose and plan your next adventure here.
