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The birthplace of Port: A journey to the Douro Valley

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Maria-Christina Degen
July 5, 2025

Portugal's Douro Valley is one of Europe's oldest wine-growing regions. Grapes for the world-famous Port have been grown here for more than 2000 years.

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