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Palacete Barão de Forrester

Rua Comendador José Rufino
Rated 8.5 in 205 reviews

Palacete Barão de Forrester is an elegant accommodation nestled in the charming region of Alijó, Portugal. This historic hotel offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing exquisite architecture and beautifully preserved interiors that reflect the grandeur of a bygone era. The Palacete prides itself on providing a tranquil retreat, where guests can immerse themselves in the rich cultural tapestry of the Douro Valley.

Visitors to Palacete Barão de Forrester will find a blend of traditional decor and modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay. The thoughtfully designed rooms feature high ceilings, ornate furnishings, and beautiful views of the surrounding landscape, fostering an inviting atmosphere for relaxation. Guests can also enjoy the serene gardens, perfect for leisurely strolls or quiet moments of reflection.

The hotel's location allows for easy exploration of Alijó, a town known for its stunning scenery and proximity to renowned wine-producing regions. Guests can venture out to discover local attractions, indulge in wine tastings, or savor regional cuisine at nearby restaurants.

Dining at Palacete Barão de Forrester offers a delightful experience, with a restaurant that serves a selection of traditional Portuguese dishes, crafted with seasonal ingredients. The attentive staff is dedicated to ensuring a pleasant stay, providing personalized service to enhance the overall experience. For those seeking a refined getaway, Palacete Barão de Forrester presents an inviting option in the heart of Portugal's wine country.

 Swimming pool

Climate and Weather

January
 11°
 2°
 14°
 4
Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days
February
 13°
 4°
 14°
 5
Sun hours / day
 15
Rain free days
March
 15°
 6°
 14°
 6
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
April
 17°
 8°
 15°
 8
Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days
May
 21°
 11°
 16°
 9
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
June
 26°
 15°
 18°
 11
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
July
 29°
 17°
 19°
 12
Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
August
 29°
 17°
 20°
 11
Sun hours / day
 28
Rain free days
September
 25°
 14°
 19°
 9
Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
October
 19°
 11°
 18°
 7
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
November
 14°
 7°
 16°
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Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days
December
 11°
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 15°
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Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days

Michelin Restaurants in Alijó and near Palacete Barão de Forrester

Pelourinho de Alijó
Pelourinho de Alijó
Pillory in Alijó, Portugal
100m / 110yd
Pillory of São Mamede de Ribatua
Pillory of São Mamede de Ribatua
Pillory in Alijó, Portugal
4.5km / 2.8mi
Anta de Fonte Coberta
Anta de Fonte Coberta
6.6km / 4.1mi
Castro de Sabrosa, também conhecido por «Castelo dos Mouros»
Castro de Sabrosa, também conhecido por «Castelo dos Mouros»
Cultural heritage monument in Sabrosa, Portugal
8km / 5mi
Pinhão train station
Pinhão train station
Railway station in Portugal
11.1km / 6.9mi
Pelourinho de Provesende
Pelourinho de Provesende
Pillory in Sabrosa, Portugal
10.1km / 6.3mi
Mamoa das Madorras
Mamoa das Madorras
Cultural heritage monument in Sabrosa, Portugal
11.6km / 7.2mi
Fraga pintada do Cachão da Rapa
Fraga pintada do Cachão da Rapa
Cultural heritage monument in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal
10.9km / 6.8mi
Provesende
Former civil parish in Portugal
10km / 6.2mi
Casa dos Beleza
10km / 6.2mi
Pelourinho de Soutelo do Douro
Cultural heritage monument in São João da Pesqueira, Portugal
10.5km / 6.5mi
Alto Douro Vinhateiro
Alto Douro Vinhateiro
UNESCO World Heritage Site
10km / 6.2mi
Pelourinho de Linhares
Pelourinho de Linhares
Pillory in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal
12.1km / 7.5mi
Pillory of Gouvães do Douro
Pillory of Gouvães do Douro
Pillory in Sabrosa, Portugal
12.1km / 7.5mi
Casa de Miguel Torga
12.2km / 7.6mi
Santuário do Senhor de Perafita
Santuário do Senhor de Perafita
Cultural heritage monument in Alijó, Portugal
13.8km / 8.6mi
Pillory of Carrazeda de Ansiães
Pillory of Carrazeda de Ansiães
Pillory in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal
14.9km / 9.3mi
Pelourinho de Murça
Pelourinho de Murça
Pillory in Murça, Portugal
14.8km / 9.2mi
Anta de Zedes
Anta de Zedes
Dolmen in Zedes, Portugal
15.2km / 9.4mi
Pelourinho de Valença do Douro
Pelourinho de Valença do Douro
Cultural heritage monument in Tabuaço, Portugal
14.7km / 9.1mi
Castle of Carrazeda (ruins)
Castle of Carrazeda (ruins)
Nacional Monument in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal
16.3km / 10.1mi
Santuário de Panóias
Santuário de Panóias
Cultural heritage monument in Vila Real, Portugal
17.3km / 10.8mi
Pelourinho de Abreiro
Pelourinho de Abreiro
Pillory in Mirandela, Portugal
17.2km / 10.7mi
Ruínas da igreja de Ansiães
Ruínas da igreja de Ansiães
Church building in Carrazeda de Ansiãeses, Bragança District, Portugal
16.4km / 10.2mi
Pelourinho de Galegos
Pelourinho de Galegos
Pillory in Vila Real, Portugal
16km / 10mi
Pillory of Freixiel
Pillory of Freixiel
Pillory in Vila Flor, Portugal
19.5km / 12.1mi
Pelourinho de Tabuaço
Pelourinho de Tabuaço
Cultural heritage monument in Tabuaço, Portugal
19.2km / 11.9mi
Mateus Palace
Mateus Palace
Palace, National Monument in Vila Real, Portugal
20km / 12.5mi
Ponte de Piscais
Ponte de Piscais
21.3km / 13.2mi
Ponte do Fumo
Bridge in Portugal
20.9km / 13mi
Igreja de Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe, Mouçós
Igreja de Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe, Mouçós
Church in Mouçós, Vila Real, Portugal
20.7km / 12.9mi
Pillory of Alfarela de Jales
Pillory of Alfarela de Jales
Pillory in Vila Pouca de Aguiar, Portugal
20.4km / 12.7mi
Parque Corgo
21.8km / 13.6mi
Santuário de Santa Maria de Sabroso
Santuário de Santa Maria de Sabroso
Cultural heritage monument in Tabuaço, Portugal
21.1km / 13.1mi
Casa das Quartas
Cultural heritage monument in Vila Real, Portugal
20.7km / 12.9mi
Cathedral of Vila Real
Cathedral of Vila Real
Church building in Vila Real, Vila Real District, Portugal
22.9km / 14.2mi
Capela de São Brás (Vila Real)
Capela de São Brás (Vila Real)
Building in Vila Real, Vila Real District, Portugal
22.8km / 14.2mi
Pelourinho de Vila Real
Pelourinho de Vila Real
Pillory in Vila Real, Portugal
22.8km / 14.2mi
Igreja de São Paulo (Vila Real)
Igreja de São Paulo (Vila Real)
Cultural heritage monument in Vila Real, Portugal
22.7km / 14.1mi
Igreja de São Pedro (Vila Real)
Igreja de São Pedro (Vila Real)
22.6km / 14.1mi
Capela do Calvário
Capela do Calvário
22.6km / 14.1mi
Estação arqueológica do Alto da Fonte do Milho
Estação arqueológica do Alto da Fonte do Milho
Cultural heritage monument in Peso da Régua, Portugal
22.4km / 13.9mi
Casa de Diogo Cão
Casa de Diogo Cão
Building in Vila Real, Vila Real District, Portugal
22.9km / 14.2mi
Pelourinho de Lamas de Orelhão
Pelourinho de Lamas de Orelhão
Pillory in Mirandela, Portugal
24km / 14.9mi
Pillory of Chavães
Pillory of Chavães
Pillory in Tabuaço, Portugal
22.3km / 13.8mi

What to do in Alijó and near Palacete Barão de Forrester

Pelourinho de Alijó
Pelourinho de Alijó
Pillory in Alijó, Portugal
100m / 110yd
Pillory of São Mamede de Ribatua
Pillory of São Mamede de Ribatua
Pillory in Alijó, Portugal
4.5km / 2.8mi
Anta de Fonte Coberta
Anta de Fonte Coberta
6.6km / 4.1mi
Castro de Sabrosa, também conhecido por «Castelo dos Mouros»
Castro de Sabrosa, também conhecido por «Castelo dos Mouros»
Cultural heritage monument in Sabrosa, Portugal
8km / 5mi
Pinhão train station
Pinhão train station
Railway station in Portugal
11.1km / 6.9mi
Pelourinho de Provesende
Pelourinho de Provesende
Pillory in Sabrosa, Portugal
10.1km / 6.3mi
Mamoa das Madorras
Mamoa das Madorras
Cultural heritage monument in Sabrosa, Portugal
11.6km / 7.2mi
Fraga pintada do Cachão da Rapa
Fraga pintada do Cachão da Rapa
Cultural heritage monument in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal
10.9km / 6.8mi
Provesende
Former civil parish in Portugal
10km / 6.2mi
Casa dos Beleza
10km / 6.2mi
Pelourinho de Soutelo do Douro
Cultural heritage monument in São João da Pesqueira, Portugal
10.5km / 6.5mi
Alto Douro Vinhateiro
Alto Douro Vinhateiro
UNESCO World Heritage Site
10km / 6.2mi
Pelourinho de Linhares
Pelourinho de Linhares
Pillory in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal
12.1km / 7.5mi
Pillory of Gouvães do Douro
Pillory of Gouvães do Douro
Pillory in Sabrosa, Portugal
12.1km / 7.5mi
Casa de Miguel Torga
12.2km / 7.6mi
Santuário do Senhor de Perafita
Santuário do Senhor de Perafita
Cultural heritage monument in Alijó, Portugal
13.8km / 8.6mi
Pillory of Carrazeda de Ansiães
Pillory of Carrazeda de Ansiães
Pillory in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal
14.9km / 9.3mi
Pelourinho de Murça
Pelourinho de Murça
Pillory in Murça, Portugal
14.8km / 9.2mi
Anta de Zedes
Anta de Zedes
Dolmen in Zedes, Portugal
15.2km / 9.4mi
Pelourinho de Valença do Douro
Pelourinho de Valença do Douro
Cultural heritage monument in Tabuaço, Portugal
14.7km / 9.1mi
Castle of Carrazeda (ruins)
Castle of Carrazeda (ruins)
Nacional Monument in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal
16.3km / 10.1mi
Santuário de Panóias
Santuário de Panóias
Cultural heritage monument in Vila Real, Portugal
17.3km / 10.8mi
Pelourinho de Abreiro
Pelourinho de Abreiro
Pillory in Mirandela, Portugal
17.2km / 10.7mi
Ruínas da igreja de Ansiães
Ruínas da igreja de Ansiães
Church building in Carrazeda de Ansiãeses, Bragança District, Portugal
16.4km / 10.2mi
Pelourinho de Galegos
Pelourinho de Galegos
Pillory in Vila Real, Portugal
16km / 10mi
Pillory of Freixiel
Pillory of Freixiel
Pillory in Vila Flor, Portugal
19.5km / 12.1mi
Pelourinho de Tabuaço
Pelourinho de Tabuaço
Cultural heritage monument in Tabuaço, Portugal
19.2km / 11.9mi
Mateus Palace
Mateus Palace
Palace, National Monument in Vila Real, Portugal
20km / 12.5mi
Ponte de Piscais
Ponte de Piscais
21.3km / 13.2mi
Ponte do Fumo
Bridge in Portugal
20.9km / 13mi

About Alijó

Alijó, a charming town located in the Douro Valley, offers a variety of experiences for visitors. One of the highlights of Alijó is its breathtaking natural scenery. The surrounding vineyards and terraced hillsides provide a picturesque backdrop for leisurely walks and photography.

The region is renowned for its wine production, especially Port wine. Visitors can explore local wineries, where they can learn about the winemaking process and participate in tastings. This experience allows one to appreciate the rich flavors of the Douro Valley wines while enjoying the tranquil environment.

Cultural enthusiasts will find the historic architecture in Alijó intriguing. The town features several notable churches, such as the Church of São Bartolomeu, which showcases beautiful religious art and local history. Strolling through the town’s streets gives insight into traditional Portuguese life.

For those interested in outdoor activities, the surrounding area provides opportunities for hiking and biking. There are various trails that lead through the scenic landscapes, offering a chance to connect with nature and experience the region's biodiversity.

Additionally, visitors can engage with the local cuisine, which often includes regional specialties made from fresh, local ingredients. Dining at local restaurants provides an authentic taste of Alijó’s culinary traditions.

Overall, Alijó presents a blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and gastronomic delights, making it a worthwhile destination for travelers seeking a more tranquil and authentic experience in Portugal.




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