Direct train destinations from Nine

Lisbon

Ride a tram along the Tagus, then stop by the Torre de Belém.

Porto

At Ribeira, colourful houses crowd the Douro waterfront, where a slow stroll is part of the pleasure.

Coimbra

It is easy to lose track of time among the carved shelves of the Joanina Library.

Braga

The long Baroque stairway at Bom Jesus do Monte climbs to a view over the Minho valley.

Aveiro

Along Canal Central, colourful moliceiro boats pass houses reflected in the water.

Viana do Castelo

Vigo

The ruins of the Castro Fortress look across the Vigo estuary, a fine backdrop for a quiet hilltop stroll.

Figueira da Foz

At Santa Catarina Fort, the Mondego estuary opens onto the Atlantic.