Hotels in Minho, Portugal

Minho is a lush region in northern Portugal, famous for its Vinho Verde wine vineyards, the 12th-century Guimarães Castle, and the baroque Bom Jesus do Monte sanctuary. Winters average 50°F (10°C) with frequent rain, ideal for exploring Braga's historic center and tasting wine in local cellars, while summers at 75°F (24°C) bring clear skies for hiking the waterfalls in Peneda-Gerês National Park. Spring is the best time for cycling through the Lima Valley's vineyards, and autumn offers harvest festivals where you can sample the region's sparkling young wine.