The Church of Saint Gonçalo is another of Amarante’s most impressive sites, with an intricate facade, a 16th-century Renaissance doorway and the tomb of Gonçalo de Amarante himself located within. São Gonçalo is said to have performed a number of miracles during his time, including splitting open his own head to produce wine for the thirsty workers who were building the Ponte de São Gonçalo! Quite fitting for a Saint from the Vinho Verde wine region! If you happen to visit Amarante on the first Saturday in June you will see the locals celebrating the Festas de São Gonçalo with cakes, ceremonies, church services and other festivities.