Located in Douro Superior, Vila Nova de Foz Côa is a sole case in Portugal by having 2 World Heritage sites in its territory: Alto Douro Vinhateiro and Vale do Côa.

Natural landscapes almost touch the sky with their beauty, in which Douro and Côa rivers draw a singular colorful painting where vineyards, olive and almond trees are the main figures.

In these territories which have been occupied since time immemorial, one can admire a heritage legacy that covers all Eras. For 30,000 years, some of the world’s great masters have passed by this area. Some left what UNESCO said is “a masterpiece of humanity’s creative genius”. We are referring to the stone engravings of the Vale do Côa Archeological Park which is the largest rock art sanctuary in the world.

Besides the diversity of the archeological remains, Castles, “Castros”, “Solares” and Churches also add much value to the historical richness

In V.N.Foz Coa are located some of the most emblematic wine producing farms of the Alto Douro Vinhateiro, which is a World Heritage site and without any surprise it became one of the most sought-after terroir in the Douro Demarcated Region.

It is a territory of excellence not only for the production of Port Wine (which is called “fine wine” here) but also for the production of some of the best Portuguese still wines (e.g. Barca Velha and Duas Quintas)

In addition to wine-growing, olive oil is also one of the ex-libris of V.N. de Foz Côa. Ancient olive groves produce some of the most award winning Portuguese olive oils that are sold all over the world

Covered in almond groves, the county has been given the title “Capital da Amendoeira em Flor” ( loosely, Blooming Almond Tree Capital). The flowering period (around February and March), not only brings many cultural festivities, but also offers one of nature’s most beautiful spectacles. Take a deep breath, close your eyes and imagine hills and valleys painted with tones of pink and white brushes. There you have one of the main attractions.

The entire county of V.N.Foz Côa reveals itself as one of the most remarkable territories of the Alto Douro being its visit essential for those who want to know the incredible Douro Valley.