Portugal Douro Valley in the mist
This spot is perfect to get the best view on the Douro River bend, more so when mist is lifting up from the valley at early morning hours. For landscape photographers, the valley is a true paradise, be it in black & white or colors. The valley has its deep green in all shades at the peak of the season when the vineyards are in full bloom.
Photography Tips
I stayed at the Casa Canilhas hotel but one does not need to stay there as you can park momentarily on the side of the road and shoot from this position : 41.1608357,-7.880265. A mid range zoom lens will do.
Travel Information
Only by car unless you can hike. There's a train station down at the valley from which you can hike up. I have not done the ride unfortunately but the train runs right along the river which must be a stunning experience by itself.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Nearly no other people
Best Timing
Sunrise in summer
Sunrise & Sunset
07:26 - 17:08
| current local time: 14:24
Photo Themes
first morning light
fog
mist lifting up from the valley
morning light
River
River bend
Locations
Douro valley
Casa Canilhas
Vila Real district
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