Quinta do Palame Blog – Stories and Tips from the Douro
Stories, news, ideas and experiences to discover Quinta do Palame, explore the Alto Douro at a slower pace and experience the authenticity of Trás-os-Montes.
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Time finds its place at the table
Some tables begin to welcome us before we even sit down. All it takes is a glance: the white tablecloth, the plates...
Read ArticleThe silence before the journey into the world
There is a very special moment in the life of Quinta do Palame that almost no one sees, yet it holds within...
Read ArticleThe grape harvest is about work and community
The grape harvest is the most eagerly awaited moment of the year at Quinta do Palame. These are the days when everything...
Read ArticleFinding the heart of the afternoon in the sunset
Throughout summer and well into autumn, the sun takes its time to disappear, seeming lazy or reluctant to say goodbye, as though...
Read ArticleCelebrate Valentine’s Day at Quinta do Palame
This Valentine’s Day, surprise your other half with a romantic getaway to an enchanting retreat. Quinta do Palame offers the perfect setting...
Read ArticleA special Autumn escape by the fireplace
On an autumn weekend, Quinta do Palame, located in Freixiel, in the heart of the Alto Douro region, becomes a true retreat...
Read ArticleAutumn colours and surprising flavours
Autumn is a magical season, especially in the region of Freixiel, Bragança, where Quinta do Palame stands out as an ideal retreat...
Read ArticleSummer offers a paradise here
Make the most of summer with a relaxing holiday in the comfort of our country house, and let yourself be surrounded by...
Read ArticleAnta de Zedes: Prehistory close to home
About 20 minutes from Quinta do Palame, visitors can explore one of the most important dolmens in the Bragança district – the...
Read ArticleFreixiel, a village full of charming corners
The countryside is tranquillity. The countryside is fresh air. The village of Freixiel, in the municipality of Vila Flor, is a place...
Read ArticleBlooming wildflowers herald the arrival of spring
At Quinta do Palame, the colder, greyer days gradually give way to the first signs of sunshine and the arrival of spring....
Read ArticleTua Valley, the upper Douro’s most beautiful hidden gem
Nestled perfectly between the districts of Vila Real and Bragança, the Tua Valley stretches towards its meeting point with the Douro River....
Read ArticleAn incredible weekend at Quinta do Palame
Maria de Lurdes Pereira spent a wonderful few days at Quinta do Palame. As the author of a well-known travel and adventure...
Read ArticleQuinta do Palame at the Terra Flor exhibition
This year, Vila Flor welcomes the almond blossom season with entertainment and plenty of music. Quinta do Palame will be taking part...
Read ArticleQuinta do Palame Wins the 2019 Excellence Award
Quinta do Palame received an outstanding rating of 9.3 in the Guest Review Awards, an annual recognition programme by Booking.com that celebrates...
Read ArticleExperiencing the Grape Harvest at Quinta do Palame
It was at Quinta do Palame, in Freixiel, that I took part in the grape harvest for the very first time. An...
Read ArticleHands on the Grapes: the Harvest begins on 9 September
September is grape harvest season, and everything is ready at Quinta do Palame for the start of the harvest. For 15 days,...
Read ArticleQuinta do Palame wins the 2018 Booking.com excellence award
For the fourth consecutive year, Quinta do Palame has been recognised with the Booking.com Excellence Award, achieving an outstanding score of 9.3...
Read ArticleA full house at Adega da Vinha
A group of around fifty visitors recently came to explore our Adega da Vinha winery. Full of contagious enthusiasm, this group of...
Read ArticleSnow blankets Quinta do Palame in white
Our beautiful region was covered in a blanket of snow, and Quinta do Palame disappeared beneath its white embrace. An idyllic winter...
Read ArticleA delightful picnic at Vila Flor reservoir
Just fifteen minutes from Quinta do Palame, you will find a beautiful stretch of water surrounded by excellent facilities, perfect for enjoying...
Read ArticleOur new wine-tasting room at Adega da Vinha
A new wine-tasting room, with capacity for groups of up to fifty people, is now available at Quinta do Palame. The rustic...
Read ArticleMemorable weekends with wine tasting
With the arrival of warmer weather, it's time to make the most of sunny days and enjoy a relaxing escape from the...
Read ArticleQuinta do Palame takes part in Mercado do Fado
Quinta do Palame took part in Mercado do Fado, in Oeiras, a fair dedicated to Portuguese products and traditions, bringing together some...
Read ArticleBooking.com excellence award 2016
Quinta do Palame would like to thank all our Booking.com guests for their excellent reviews and ratings throughout 2016! In 2017, we...
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