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Station · Pinhão, Vila Real
Estação do Pinhão
Station on the Linha do Douro decorated with blue-and-white tile panels showing valley landscapes, the grape harvest, and wine transport. It is one of the most photographed stations in Portugal.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Estação do Pinhão
The Estação do Pinhão is on the Linha do Douro, which links Porto to the inland areas along the river valley. The village became one of the main wine loading points, with wine leaving the surrounding quintas to be taken to Porto.
The passenger building is entirely decorated with blue-and-white tile panels produced by the Fábrica Aleluia of Aveiro. The scenes depict regional landscapes, the harvest, the transport of grapes in baskets, and the rabelos (traditional boats).
The station remains in operation, with regional trains connecting Porto to Régua, Pinhão and Pocinho. The journey from Régua runs right alongside the river.
Opposite is the village center, and the Pinhão quay, from which boats depart for Douro cruises, is a few minutes on foot.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
15 to 30 minutes.
Best time
During the day, between trains, to view the panels at leisure.
How to get there
It is on Largo da Estação, in the center of Pinhão. You can reach it by train on the Linha do Douro or on foot from anywhere in the village.
Tip
Arrive by train to enjoy the route along the river. Combine it with a boat trip from the quay.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Estação do Pinhão
What do the tiles at the Estação do Pinhão show?
Douro landscapes, the grape harvest, grape transport, and the rabelo boats.
Is the station still in operation?
Yes, with regional trains on the Linha do Douro.
Who made the tiles?
The Fábrica Aleluia, of Aveiro.