Discover the rich heritage and innovative spirit of Dão wines at Caminhos Cruzados Winery. Join a guided tour through scenic vineyards, learn about traditional winemaking, and enjoy tastings of exceptional regional wines.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required, comfortable walking is enough
Wildlife
History
Caminhos Cruzados has been family-owned since its founding in the early 20th century, blending old-world winemaking with modern techniques.
Conservation
The winery emphasizes sustainable practices, including organic vineyard management and waste reduction efforts.
Caminhos Cruzados Winery
Discover the rich heritage and innovative spirit of Dão wines at Caminhos Cruzados Winery. Join a guided tour through scenic vineyards, learn about traditional winemaking, and enjoy tastings of exceptional regional wines.
Caminhos Cruzados Winery is a family-run winery located in Nelas, in the Viseu district of Portugal's Dão wine region. The estate offers a range of visitor experiences that showcase traditional winemaking and contemporary cellar design. Guests can join guided tours of vineyards and the aging room, attend structured tastings of Dão wines, and choose from themed experiences such as creative winemaking workshops, wine-and-food pairing menus, and premium tastings with local delicacies.
The property hosts interactive activities for groups and families, including peddy paper challenges in the vineyards, picnic options, aroma games, and cooking workshops. The winery presents experiences in both Portuguese and English, with specific events described in multilingual listings. Several offerings require advance booking; for example, the tasting menu with wine pairing asks for at least forty-eight hours' notice to customize dishes and prepare vegetarian options.
The creative winemaking session allows participants to blend, bottle, and take home a personalized wine. Wine and chocolate tastings pair five artisanal chocolates with four selected wines. Standard visit-and-tasting experiences typically include three wines, while premium tastings present four wines paired with traditional Portuguese accompaniments. Caminhos Cruzados emphasizes education and hospitality through guided explanations of viticulture and cellar techniques. Visitors are invited to explore the vineyards, learn about Dão grape varieties, and taste wines that reflect regional terroir. The winery's on-site experiences cater to both casual visitors and wine enthusiasts seeking hands-on activities and curated tasting events.
Reservations are available directly through the winery for scheduled tours, workshops, tastings and private group events. Seasonally available.
Location
Nelas, Viseu
In Portugal's Dão wine region
Experiences
18 experiences
From tastings to workshops
Booking Notice
48h for menus
Tasting menu needs 48-hour notice
Languages
Portuguese & English
Experiences offered in PT and EN
Reserve winery tours, tastings, or workshops — book in advance to secure menu customizations and group activities.
Arrive early for the best experience
Arriving in the morning ensures you get a personalized tour without crowds.
Bring comfortable shoes
Wear sturdy footwear suitable for walking through vineyards and winery facilities.
Sample all the wines
Take advantage of the tasting session to try all three wines for a full experience.
Check the weather forecast
Good weather enhances vineyard views and overall enjoyment of your visit.
Comfortable walking shoes
Suitable footwear for walking through vineyards and winery areas.
Notebook and pen
Perfect for jotting down tasting notes or memorable moments.
Sunscreen and hat
Protects against sun exposure during outdoor vineyard tours.
summer
Corkscrew or wine opener
Useful if you wish to open bottles or bring home some wine.