Religious Heritage

This collection explores the religious architecture of Peso da Régua, featuring a range of 18th-century parish churches, hilltop hermitages, and local chapels. These sites reflect the deep-rooted Catholic traditions of the Douro Valley, showcasing Baroque gilded woodcarvings, traditional blue-and-white azulejo tiles, and granite masonry. From the high-altitude Capela da Senhora da Serra to the historic parish church of São Pedro de Lobrigos, these landmarks offer insight into the region's sacred heritage and provide vantage points over the surrounding vineyard landscapes.