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No. 8995 · Portugal · Western Europe

Amarante

41.27°N 8.07°W · 160 m

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Overview

Amarante is a beautiful city in Northern Portugal, a popular pilgrimage destination known for the Monastery of São Gonçalo. It sits on a hill overlooking the Tâmega River with the Serra do Marão in the distance.

Budget Travel · Day Trips · Festivals · History

Before you go

Culture

Amarante is a UNESCO Creative City for music since 2017.

Food

Local cuisine is hypercaloric; not ideal for vegetarians.

Shopping

Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays in the historic centre.

Transport

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