Distance
48.1 km
Duration
57min
Elevation Gain
894m
Region
Norte
MotoTrip rating
Scenic9.8
Road Quality8.5
Fun Factor9.5
About This Route
Rated one of the best driving roads in the world, the N222 follows the Douro along its south bank between UNESCO-listed vineyard terraces. Constant, well-shaped bends, good tarmac and river views almost the whole way. After Pinhão the road climbs to São João da Pesqueira, with viewpoints over the whole valley.
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Recommended Stops
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Douro Museum
Landmark
Starting point in Régua, with the history of the demarcated region.
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Pinhão station
Landmark
Railway station with tile panels showing the grape harvest.
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São Salvador do Mundo viewpoint
Viewpoint
Panoramic view over the Douro and the Valeira dam.