History of Darque
There are references to its salt pans from 1085. It belonged to Barcelos and passed to Viana do Castelo in 1836. In 1774 the Viana earthenware factory was founded on its quay. It has been a town (vila) since 1986.
What to see in Darque
Eiffel Bridge
Opened in 1878, it links Darque with Viana, with one deck for the train and another for cars and pedestrians.
Praia do Cabedelo
At the mouth of the Lima.
The Portuguese Camino in Darque
Services and a railway station along the road. You then cross the wind-exposed Eiffel Bridge to Viana do Castelo, 2.5 km away.
Frequently asked questions
How do you cross the Lima?
By the upper deck of the Eiffel Bridge, the one for cars, which has a pedestrian walkway.