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Porto, a key stop on the Way of Saint James, combines history, culture and nature. Its architecture, port wine and the Douro river create a unique setting for pilgrims.
You will begin your adventure in the bohemian and beautiful city of Porto, which houses a large number of heritage sites and cultural legacies of Portuguese history. We recommend arriving in the city in the morning, dropping off your things at your accommodation, and heading out into the street. You can start your visit at Avenida dos Aliados, the heart of the city, a symbol for the locals and a meeting place for a multitude of cultural events. Make sure to stop by Praça da Liberdade and stroll to the famous and beautiful Livraria Lello e Irmão. Subsequently, right next door, it is mandatory to visit the Torre dos Clérigos. The town of Porto is, in short, a magnificent starting point for the Portuguese Way by bike. For a snack, we recommend trying the famous francesinhas and for dessert, a pastel de natas. After lunch, you can take a walk down to the Ribeira, passing by the São Bento station and the Cathedral. Porto is a wonderful city to get lost in among the streets of its monumental area… cobblestones, tiles, colors, wine, culture, and tradition come together in its narrow alleyways.