Frequently Asked.Questions

Frequently Asked.Questions
When will the Douro & Porto Wine Festival take place?

It takes place on July 3 and 4, 2026.

Where does the festival take place?

Cambres Commercial Port, Lamego.

What are the hours?

Doors open at 6:00 PM and close at 2:30 AM.

Can I leave and re-enter the venue on the same day?

If you hold a day ticket, you cannot leave the venue and re-enter.

Do children need a ticket?

Free admission for children up to 6 years of age (inclusive) as of the festival start date (July 3, 2026).

Children aged 7 to 16 pay the child fare (subject to stipulated conditions).

From the age of 17, they pay the full ticket price.

What types of tickets are available?

Day pass (Day 3 and Day 4) and general pass.

Is there a VIP area?

No, there is no VIP area for the 2026 edition.

Are tickets available for purchase on the day itself?

Yes, it is possible to buy tickets on the day itself.

What documents might be requested upon entry?

Identification document to prove the minors' age.

How do I contact ticket support?

Through the platform where the ticket was purchased (bol.pt, Fnac box offices)

How do I contact ticket support?

Through the platform where the ticket was purchased (bol.pt, Fnac box offices)


Entry.restrictions
Entry.restrictions
Can I bring food and drinks?

Only small quantities for personal use, within festival rules.

What items are prohibited?

Weapons, helmets, selfie sticks, tripods, umbrellas, professional cameras, large backpacks, containers exceeding permitted limits, among others.

Can I bring medication?

Yes, subject to medical justification where applicable.

Can I bring a professional camera?

No. Professional equipment and unauthorized recordings are prohibited.

Is smoking allowed?

Yes, in the open areas of the enclosure.

Are pets allowed?

No, except for assistance dogs.


Transport.
Transport
Can I take the car?

Yes, there are several parking lots available, as well as premium parking near the venue.

Where are the free parking lots located?

In Lamego:
Largo D. Dinis Park, Bus Terminal, and Lamego Multipurpose Center


In Peso da Régua:
Multipurpose Park, Av. do Douro Parking Lot, Av. de Ovar Park, and Parking Lot next to the CCPAD.

What is premium parking?

It is the parking lot closest to the festival, allowing you to be just a few minutes away from the venue entrance.

How much does premium parking cost?

It has a daily cost of €10 and must be purchased in advance.

Does the parking ticket allow for more than one vehicle entry on the same day?

Each ticket allows for only one vehicle entry on the purchased day; re-entry with the same ticket is not permitted.

If I want to access the premium parking lot on both days of the festival, do I need to buy a ticket for each day?

The rate is per day, so if you wish to access the park on both days of the festival, you must select units corresponding to both days.

Must the number of units purchased correspond to the number of vehicles to be parked?

Yes, you must select the number of units corresponding to the number of vehicles you wish to park.

What shuttles are available, and what are the schedules?

LAMEGO SHUTTLE
Circular route, running every 20 minutes.

Departure and arrival in Lamego: Bus Terminal
First departure: 5:00 pm at the Bus Terminal.

Last return trip: 3:00am at the festival grounds.



PESO DA RÉGUA SHUTTLE (BUS):
Runs every 30 minutes for the route to and from Peso da Régua


Stops in Peso da Régua: Roundabout on Av. do Douro, Cais da Régua, Régua Train Station, Ponte Roundabout.

First departure: 5:00 pm
Last return trip: 3:00 am.

What boat transfers are available, and what are their schedules?

3 boats (Portuense, Esplendor do Douro, and Tomaz do Douro):
running every 30 minutes to and from Cais da Régua.


First departure: 5:00 pm
Last return trip: 3:00 am.

Accessibility.
Accessibility
Is the festival accessible?

Yes. It features an Accessibility Center, viewing platforms, priority lines, and adapted facilities.

Who can use the accessibility services?

People with disabilities, limited mobility, low vision, deafness, neurodivergence, obesity, or dwarfism; pregnant women; and people aged 60 and over.

Is there a specific ticket for people with disabilities?

No. There is only one type of ticket, but free admission for a personal companion may be available in eligible situations.