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Valença Fortress, also known as Praça-forte de Valença do Minho, is an imposing jewel of Portuguese military architecture with over eight centuries of history. Its origins date back to the 13th century, when King Sancho I and later Afonso III fortified it to protect the border with Galicia. During the Restoration War (17th–18th centuries), it was transformed into a Vauban-style fortress under the engineer Miguel de l’École and the architect Manuel Pinto de Vilalobos, being completed in 1713. The fortress withstood attacks during the Restoration, was captured and recaptured several times, and was also defended during the Napoleonic Wars and the Liberal Wars.

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The Tui International Bridge is a landmark on the border between Portugal and Spain, connecting the Galician city of Tui to Valença, Portugal, across the Minho River. This historic metal truss bridge serves as a crossing for cars, trains, and pedestrians. It is also part of the Camino de Santiago route, offering views of the river and both cities.

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The imposing Valença Fortress rises atop a hill, dominating the landscape and leaving an unforgettable impression on those who arrive. More than a symbol, it is the soul of the city, preserving centuries of history within its walls. Built in the 17th century on the ruins of an ancient 13th-century castle, the fortress is a masterful example of military architecture of the period, with its star-shaped walls stretching for an impressive 5.5 kilometers. Upon entering, one immediately senses the strength and grandeur of Valença, one of the oldest towns in Portugal.

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Thick, heavy masonry

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Beautiful little church

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Imposing altar

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Superbly preserved and well-maintained star-shaped fortress

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A highlight that should not be missed on any visit to the region!

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A highlight that should not be missed on any visit to the region!

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It is the seat of the municipality of Arcos de Valdevez, with a total area of 447.60 km2, 20,718 inhabitants in 2021 and a population density of 46 inhabitants per km2, subdivided into 36 parishes. The municipality is bordered to the north by the municipality of Monção, to the northeast by Melgaço, to the east by the Spanish region of Galicia, to the south by Ponte da Barca, to the southwest and west by Ponte de Lima and to the west by Paredes de Coura. The so-called Tournament of Arcos de Valdevez, also known as the "Recontro de Valdevez", was an important and decisive episode in the History of Portugal linked to the early days of the nation, and was the precedent for the celebration of the Treaty of Zamora in 1143. In 1662, during the Restoration War, the town was burned down by the general governor of arms of Castile, D. Baltazar Rojas Pantoja, who established his headquarters in the Paço de Giela, in an energetic offensive on the Minho. The highest point in the municipality is located in Pedrada, at an altitude of 1,416 metres, in the Serra de Soajo.

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The well-preserved star fortress of Valença dominates the Minho valley from an elevated position and offers wide views in all directions.

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The Ecovia do Vez runs along the Lima and Vez Rivers, covering a total length of 32.5 km. In Lima: on the right bank, from the municipal limit, in Jolda S. Paio to the place of Gândara, parish of Santar, passing through the parishes of Padreiro and Távora, where Quinta de Padreiro and Quinta da Toural are located, respectively. In Vez: on the right bank, limited to the north by the village of Sistelo and to the south by the place of Prova, parish of Paço.

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Quiet and easy route

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Pretty old town within imposing fortress walls

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What a splendour!

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On the bridge of the border river Spain/Portugal

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On Sundays, the Spanish residents come to Tui to shop. It's great to linger in the cafés and watch as huge shopping bags full of blankets, towels and household goods are taken away because prices are cheaper in Portugal.

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Peace, harmony and natural beauty. Just what i was looking for. Inspiration! A jakuzzi of muses!

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This entrance to the fortress is fine for pilgrims, but not so suitable for cyclists. There is a bike path around the fort leading to the south entrance. It's a lot easier.

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17th century chapel.

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