Almond Blossom Festival, Torre de Moncorvo

The Almond Blossom Festival is a celebration of spring. These Almond trees will blossom at the end of February and the beginning of March. Stunning blossom and the scent of spring will be there waiting for you.

Several villages in the Douro village will organize activities. Many of these activities are held in the region of Torre de Moncorvo. Further, you want to make sure you visit the local handicraft market, it is a must-see. In the meanwhile, you want to try the coated almonds which are a real regional delicacy. Maybe if you are lucky, you can see the coating process. These almonds will be toasted on light heat in a big copper basin.

In Addition to the festival, you might want to go on the official Blossom Route. A remarkable sea of white blossoms will await you on this route. This is an incredible way to soak in the region’s beauty.

Go to this page to learn more about the Almond Blossom Festival in Douro Valley. In addition, you can have a look at this page for more information on the Blossom Route. If you are planning your visit to Portugal we have some tips for your family holiday. And have a look at this page to find the best hotel for your stay.

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