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Casa Da Calçada Relais & Chateaux A short 38km drive outside Porto city is the fairy-tale village of Amarante, located halfway from Oporto and the luxurious landscapes from the Douro valley, on the bank of the Rio Tamega. Tourists have been coming to Amarante for many years, wanting to take advantage of the region’s natural beauty and majestic scenery, and ancient creations such as the Roman Bridge over the river Tamega. One of the most visited hotels in the region is a charming hotel called Casa da Calçada, a 16th century palace that was wonderfully restored and converted into a hotel in 2001. The charismatic hotel is a leading rendezvous place for the political and intellectual figures, and widely regarded by the Portuguese Government as a building of high architectonical, historical and cultural relevance, often regarded as one of the most emblematic and representative of Portuguese hospitality. Casa da Calçada is one of the Relais & Chateaux properties, which radiates in luxury and splendour. Its high quality standards, unequalled amenities and warm courteous staff provide a consistently hospital environment and atmosphere. The spacious and comfortable bedrooms and suites feature stunning views out over the river and town square, all with modern furnishings. By night, the award winning Michelin star restaurant is the perfect place to go on a culinary journey of discovery. For golfers, fantastic packages such as the “Gourmet and Golf Package” always prove popular, with golf being provided on the hotels sister course, Amarante Golf and the five 18-hole courses that surround this exciting region. www.casadacalcada.com Casa da Calçada is one of the Relais & Chateaux properties, which radiates in luxury and splendour.