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The town of Monção is the venue for the first regional semi-final of the 7 Wonders of Portugal® competition, which will be aired as a special programme on the TVI television network.
At a time when the global wine sector is facing an adverse environment, marked by a decline in consumption, the Monção-Melgaço sub-region, the 'cradle' of the Alvarinho grape variety, whose grapes are among the best-paid in the country, is bucking the trend, ECO/Local Online heard during a weekend in the region. Driving this growth are increased exports and new investments in...
The traditional Coca figure from Monção has been officially classified as Cultural Heritage of Portugal.
The victim suffered minor injuries.
Contrary to what the promotional litany of Dr. Montenegro suggests, almost all places in the West offer better living conditions than the Minho region and the territory that descends from Minho to the Algarve.
The Prime Minister has urged the youth to remain in the country.
António Barbosa also noted that he had received information from the Minister of Infrastructure that they are preparing to “recognize a set of infrastructure projects for the Alto Minho region as a priority for the country.”
Prime Minister Montenegro encourages youth to remain in the country while visiting the municipality of Monção.
Luís Montenegro was in Monção this morning for the inauguration of Minho Park, a 56-hectare business facility covering four parishes in the municipality.
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro urged young people to stay in Portugal to develop their potential rather than wasting it abroad, citing the new Minho Park in Monção as a model for technological connectivity, competitiveness, and quality of life.
Prime Minister praises the competitiveness of Monção
Louis Vuitton accused small producers from Monção of copying its logo. Now, Licores do Vale celebrates: 'The L and the V belong to everyone'. Meanwhile, Bandidos do Cante are out of Eurovision.
The accusation from the French luxury giant forced Licores do Vale to halt production, which has now resumed, for nearly a year.
The French luxury brand accused Licores do Vale of “unfair competition” and wanted to prevent the registration from being approved at the Industrial Property Institute. The court ruled in favour of the Portuguese company.
The French luxury brand accused small producers from Monção of 'parasitic exploitation of the prestige of a third-party brand'. 'The L and the V belong to everyone', now celebrates Licores do Vale.
Firefighters were called to the scene and proceeded to place a tarp on the house's roof after the flames were extinguished.
The Judiciary Police arrested a man in Monção on suspicion of sexually abusing more than a dozen minors.
The Judiciary Police arrested a man in Monção on suspicion of having sexually abused more than a dozen minors.
The investigation was opened in 2025 following a report from one of the victims, who is 11 years old.
The elderly man surprised the thief in his home. He was pushed and required medical attention at the emergency department in Monção. The GNR is investigating.
The five producers have wines in the specialist magazine's Top 5: the awards for the best of the year also distinguish companies and personalities. Olga Cavaleiro received the David Lopes Ramos award.
The name gives it extra fame, the lamb gives it substance. From March 13th to 15th, this gastronomic event will be held in Pias and expects over 50,000 visitors. Always in the style of Monção.
Home News Plots in Portugal business zone available for purchase Plots in Portugal business zone available for purchase The Monção City Council will open the application period for the sale of plots in the Messegães Business Zone on 28 January, covering a total area of 6.
'It's a normal situation given the weather conditions,' said the municipality's firefighters. Any worsening of the river's situation depends on whether water releases are necessary in Spain.
The proposal was approved at the executive meeting to open a 30-day public consultation period for any contributions.
The 'Bacalhau à Monção' recipe was created in 2023 by chef Vítor Sobral and is now being presented as 'a new gastronomic treasure' of this Minho municipality. On the weekend of 24 and 25 January the dish will be available to taste in 15 local restaurants. In parallel, a sparkling wine route is being promoted.
