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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 7, 2023
How long is the drive from Batalha to Salamanca?
The direct drive from Batalha to Salamanca is 255 mi (411 km), and should have a drive time of 3 hrs 50 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Batalha to Salamanca, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Fatima and Tomar, as well as top places to visit like Mira de Aire Cave and Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity, or the ever-popular Jardim das Portas do Sol.
The top cities between Batalha and Salamanca are Fatima and Tomar. Fatima is the most popular city on the route. It's less than an hour from Batalha and 4 hours from Salamanca.
Fátima is a town located in central Portugal, known for the Sanctuary of Fátima - a significant Catholic pilgrimage site. The place holds great religious importance as it is said to be the spot where Virgin Mary appeared in 1917, marked by Capelinha das Aparições.
Most popular city on this route
8 minutes off the main route, 11% of way to Salamanca
Tomar, which is also known as Thomar, is located in the Santarém district of Portugal. It is a city with a population of around 20,000 people and has a municipality population of 40,677 residents living in an area spanning over 351.20 km². Tomar boasts stunning sights that attract tourists from all over the world. From its historical monuments to picturesque landscapes, there are many reasons why one should visit this beautiful city in Portugal.
63% as popular as Fatima
8 minutes off the main route, 17% of way to Salamanca
Best stops along Batalha to Salamanca drive
The top stops along the way from Batalha to Salamanca (with short detours) are Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima, Convent of Christ, and Castle of Marvão. Other popular stops include Serra da Estrela, Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity, and Ciudad Rodrigo.
Jardim das Portas do Sol, located within the old Santarem Castle walls, offers a stunning view over the Tagus River and the Dom Luis bridge. It is a popular spot in Santarem, with its shady walks perfect for picnics or leisurely strolls. The garden sits on the site of the Moorish citadel and provides panoramic views of the Tejo River and fertile Leziria flood plains.
Beautiful garden at the edge of the city with the old city walls still in place. Beautiful views of the river and the valley. A must visit place on Santarem. There's a cafe to sit and relax with a cup of coffee or a glass of beer.
Abi M. — Google review
One of the best places to visit in Santarém. Beautiful garden, castle walls with a beautiful view of the Tagus river.
Erica Pinto — Google review
Pretty park with great view of the river
Belinda Rhodes — Google review
Lovely quiet garden with a beautiful view
Fatima Resina — Google review
It's a city park integrated within the old city walls. Very nice views over the Tagus river. The place could be a bit more well maintained and is lacking some a café or restaurant, besides the one already there. Some of the fences were damaged and there seemed to be some work being done but not sure what it was and it seemed abandoned. Still very worth the visit, a landmark of the region for sure.
Miguel Franco — Google review
The park is really green and pleasant. It has a little coffee place and public bathrooms. Amazing view
Maria Ara?jo — Google review
Beautiful park with stunning views. They have a full calendar of activities during the summer. There is a coffee bar, gin bar and restaurant inside.
Kevin Johnson — Google review
Very beautiful panoramic park on the tip of Santarém
Carlos Gama — Google review
Very nice park with excellent view and the restaurant next to it is good also
Michael — Google review
A must in Santarém ! Beautiful scenic park with ample of castle ruins , nature, cafe and well maintained kid friendly facilities !
Teresa Tong — Google review
A nice garden within a castle with a fabulous view.
There is a cafe, a children's playground and a book depository where you can choose a book to read in the garden.
Virgilio Fino — Google review
Free parking, nice views and great for a brief walk with your dog
Kamil Kubiak — Google review
Peaceful, great view from the walls. It's basically the main tourist attractions in Santarém.
Nelson Rodrigues da Costa — Google review
The garden is flat with wide, accessable walkways. Dogs on leash are welcome. Views over the river below are lovely.
Nola Kucsera — Google review
Nice place to see the river plain. The Roman ruins and old castle is also worth the trip.
The Limestone Caves in Mira de Aire are a magnificent natural wonder featuring stalactites, stalagmites, waterfalls, and an underground lake. The caves have been expertly preserved and maintained with atmospheric lighting that enhances the beauty of the attraction. At the end of the trail is a spacious deck suitable for ceremonies such as weddings or parties.
Very pretty cave system well worth the 7.5 Euro entry fee. Takes about an hour to go from end to end but feels quicker. Some great photo ops and you get to learn something as well. Very cool. All groups are lead by a tour guide so you get some interesting info as you go. Also after the lift don't just hard up to the car. 🙂 Stop and take the time to look at the photos documenting the mapping and discovery of the caves very cool.
Huge thank you to the guide for our group. We were the only English speaking members of a Portuguese group and the guide took the time to explain quietly to us in English then to the group as a whole in Portuguese. It was much appreciated, we had downloaded the English speaking guide in preparation but it was not needed thanks to the super helpful tour guide.
Paul Cousins — Google review
Really enormous and beautiful caves. Excellent choice to visit on a very hot or, in our case, tad bit cold day. Lots of stairs but a nice walk going down 120 meters. Luckily at the end of the (guided) tour there is an elevator that takes you back to the surface. Then by following a blue line, you get guided back to the car park.
Michiel Kerstens — Google review
While traveling in Portugal between our beach trip and Nazareth and our city trip in porto our tour guide booked us a tour through one of the 7 natural winners of Portugal, This cave system has a lot of decent history or some interesting artifacts and things to explore it's fun to take a tour it's not as cool inside as you would think so you don't need to wear long sleeves. It's quite a bit away off the beaten path so it's a fun little trip I can see the kids enjoying it and there's some interesting facts and they give the tour both in Portuguese and in English if necessary.
Michael Estes — Google review
The caves here are beautiful, and the history is fascinating. We didn't have to wait long for a tour and the price was very reasonable. The size of the tour group was larger than expected, and the behavior of a few of our fellow guests was not great. They insisted on touching anything within reach and talking loudly while the tour guide was talking. Apart from their inappropriate and childish behavior, the whole experience was still fantastic. We would definitely recommend and hope that the caves are preserved for future generations.
Matt Cannon — Google review
Absolutely amazing natural caves which have been nicely preserved and maintained.
The lighting also helps to enjoy this stunning attraction even further because it creates a great atmosphere.
At the end of the trail there is a wide and ample deck which can hold ceremonies such as weddings and other parties.
I do recommend, it is a five star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 attraction.
Fred Cardoso (fc12) — Google review
One of the most interesting spots in Portugal. Longest cave in the country. Tickets must be bought on-site.
Peyman Ahmadi — Google review
Nice cave. Nature at it’s best. The guide was very humble and explained the achievements of the archaeologists in a nice way. We were a group of 6 and felt like a private tour. The place where the introductory movie was shown was stinking.
Amit Vaidya — Google review
Beautiful place to visit with the family. It's even dog friendly and they too can go down with you. Great coffee shop on site with outdoor seating. Affordable entrance fees. Take good walking shoes with grip to avoid slipping as the floor inside is usually wet and slightly slippery.
Doriane Ribeiro — Google review
Not too expensive and our guide was great, explaining the formations in both Portuguese and English. We had to wait about 25 minutes for the next time to start but that left us time to play with the goat!
Paul Watson — Google review
We had the best time! Thank you Luis! He is an amazing guide!! The only downfall - there was a family in our tour group who insisted on touching the walls and formations of the cave. People should know not to touch something that took thousands of years to create.
Kelly Brassette — Google review
This place is where you can see nature form! It’s not “too beautiful” but the feel and presence of nature is recognized! I’d certainly recommend you visit if you like nature and how this cave amazingly came to existence over the “last million years “ as described.
Download the audio app! It’s worth it! There isn’t that much of a long wait which is nice! You can buy the ticket right at the counter with cash or card!
Clement Amponsah — Google review
The experience could have much better if there was a english speaking guide. As this is a tourist place there were many english speaking people. The caves are awesome
Claudio Cardozo — Google review
Enjoyed this. Tour was in Portugese, but you could download an app that would explain what you were seeing in English. Guide was very friendly and did speak English if you had any questions.
Approximately 683 steps down, there is an elevator to take you back up at the end. The oldest stalagmite is 80,000 years old.
It is considered one of Portugal's 7 natural wonders. Free parking, snack bar and gift shop on site.
Maria Burns — Google review
Cave is big and it's nice to look at or take some Fotos, but the down side is that parts of it look very artificial. For example the fountains or one part of the cave has a square roof. The guide was nice but was rushing the tour because the lights turn off after 50-60min after entering.
Adelija M — Google review
Great time doing this walk through the caves. 680+ stairs down but it's at an easy pace and my kids all kept up easily. Beautiful to be that deep into the mountain! You can get an app to listen to the stories if you don't speak Portuguese like the guide. Recommend this if in the area
Jevon Quirk — Google review
One of the 7 natural wonders of Portugal. Nice visit, you go very deep and the cave is very accesible and lighted, all the way downstairs and with a lift to the entrance. The tours are in Portuguese but there’s a free app to follow in your local lenguaje
Sam — Google review
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Av. Dr. Luciano Justo Ramos 470, 2485-050 Mira de Aire, Portugal
The Basilica of the Holy Trinity was built to house the ever-growing number of pilgrims who visit Fatima to honor Our Lady. The church is quite small in comparison to other churches in Portugal, but it is able to accommodate large crowds thanks to its impressive architecture.
Its a solemn religious basilica. It's a huge place for those who have strong religious beliefs. A place meditation. The place is absolutely perfect for religious devotees.
Joshua Formentera — Google review
It looks really modern and not how I would’ve expected a church in Fátima but I must say that it does look good! The basilica is gigantic must allow for huge masses during messes!
Johannes — Google review
The architectural beauty of this place is truly captivating. As I stepped into the Basilica, I was immediately struck by its breathtaking serenity. The design and layout are truly remarkable, and the sense of tranquility it evokes is astonishing. The church is pleasantly cooled with air conditioning, enhancing the overall experience. The artistry displayed on the altar is nothing short of extraordinary. Without a doubt, I am eager to revisit this remarkable location. I would visit here again. Highly recommended!
Noble Paul — Google review
A huge church which can host thousands of pilgrims. A modern basilica with all the current technology to aid worshippers. The organ music is beautiful.
Jesmond Sharples — Google review
Great place to visit even if you are not religious. Supposedly the church is the largest in the world and can seat 8000!
Arul Selvan — Google review
Great spiritual Church, huge and well constructed. You can breathe peace since you enter. Sometimes, the Gospel is read is different languages.
Luis Marcano — Google review
Sacred land.
One can feel the energy emanating.
Mario Dias — Google review
A holy place to pay your respect to Mother of Jesus, our lady of Fatima.
There is rosary and mass everyday with the our lady procession to the church. Please see the information board at the entrance for more details.
7YSON DA COSTA — Google review
The Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity is a big church across from the main church. Very spacious and bright. A wedding just ended by the time that we got there, an adult couple very simple.
Julito R — Google review
This is a minor basilica near the southwest end of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima. It was opened in 1986, dedicated in 2007 and elevated to that of minor basilica in 2012.
What you will find is a circular building of simple, modern architecture designed to be functional over decorative. There is a large interior auditorium and seating area with a capacity of around 9000 people. There is also a main altar features a gilded religious image behind a contemporary crucifix and image of Christ.
Brad — Google review
An amazing piece of architecture with the inspiration span of space.
A great visit for an awesome architecture beside the part of pilgrimage reason.
Vincent Choi — Google review
Comparing this to the church across the plaza is like comparing a 3rd graders art piece to Michelangelo’s work.
An attempt was made. Bring back works that take generations not years to make.
This feels more like a Protestant church and a Catholic one. Or a multipurpose station at a local college.
Mark Harburg — Google review
A Catholic church with a simple yet very contemporary design located in the southeast corner of the sanctuary of Fátima. The main altar of the basilica has the crucifix and the statue of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. It seats 8,633 churchgoers and it can be divided into two areas by a moving partition. There are 76 seats for disabled people. If you go outside, there are 2 tall parallel structures which is very cool spot to taken photos or videos.
Marilou Tolentino — Google review
Was great wanted to visit since i was a child. Didnt disappoint.
Warren Buhagiar — Google review
Just to be clear and not her confused: the church of the Holy Trinity is the more modern and bigger church located at the entrance of Fatima Sanctuary, while church of the virgin of the rosary of Fatima is the older and taller one (the iconic church of the sanctuary). The church of Holy trinity is more functional than beautiful. The interior is quite dull, with the exception of the mosaics over the altar. But it is an essential place for people who visit the sanctuary. In front of the church, two stairs bring you to the lower floor, where you will find the Chapel of Reconciliation (Reconciliaçao), where you can be confessed, the chapel of the Holy Sacrament, a temporary and free exhibition about the rosary.
Michele Coluccia — Google review
Nice awesome place
It’s a place where you can experience yourself talking to god alone only.peace
Ronnie Ho — Google review
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Av. de Dom José Alves Correia da Silva, 2496-908 Fátima, Portugal
The Basilica of Lady of the Rosary is a church located in the Sanctuary of Fatima, Portugal. It was built in 1928 and consecrated in 1954. The church is notable for its tall tower and intricate reliefs depict various scenes from the life of Mary.
I am not sure the essence of this place can truly be communicated in a review. It is a beautiful Basilica in a wonderful religious square. The architecture, while regal and impressive, remains understated to the spirit and purpose of this place as appropriate.
Come here and rest, breathe, contemplate and let go. Offer and visit the tombs of the children. Pray for them and the world and all.
I hope to have the opportunity to visit often.
Jason Oneal — Google review
In general you can’t really say anything bad about religious sites especially when they are so well kept. If you’re just sight seeing it’s kind of cool but there are by far more beautiful churches in Portugal and around Europe. If it’s the prayer and community that draws you enjoy yourself. The experience outside of the church seemed a little bit ‘commercial’ and maybe even slightly irreverent but that’s just my take. Either way worth the visit atleast once. Kind of cool to hear about miracles and holy sites in somewhat modern history.
Jahmarley Grant — Google review
This a must visit place at least once when visiting portugal. Best time to visit in winter cause it gets really crowded.
Athina Maniadi — Google review
Sanctuary of light. Here is the resting place of the 3 shepherds : Lucía, Saint Jacinta and Saint Francisco Marto. One of the rare places in Europe that I can sense palpable lights of healing, solace and concretely closer to the divine.
Pilgrims, monks and nuns from all over the world come to receive blessings. Sunday service and in church concerts are also beautiful.
Schedule of service in Fatima can be found in one of the picture.
Teresa Tong — Google review
The epitome of 19th century Portuguese architecture and devotion to the Lady of the Rosary that merges neo-Mannerist style and modern eclecticism.
Ruben JC Furtado — Google review
Beautiful place
Please follow the signs to enter and exit. They have it setup as one way loop. There are bathrooms right outside I would use prior to entering g the whole area. You can see the power of this place in pictures added to this review.
Mike Braccio — Google review
If you're Catholic like me, you have to come here. The exact spot where the Virgin Mary appeared to Jacinta, Francisco and Lucia. So beautiful to be with so many people of faith.
Manny Soltero — Google review
It's a beautiful and quiet place to visit the two shepherds' tombs, go to mass see the arquictectur pray , etc.
Maria Costa — Google review
Imposing place of a spiritual nature. This place is above religion, it is a place of divine and soul connection. Simply wonderful.
Maria Almeida — Google review
Big spaces, big areas where we can feel secure. Meditate and relax.
We can see the security everywhere.
Dr Raul Cabrita — Google review
Very nice place to visit and pray. You can light candles for your love ones. The tomb of the 3 children are hete
NICOLE FRANCIS — Google review
I went here during April 2023.
Stunning architecture and amazing cleanliness. Gives off a very holy vibe while also being visually impressive.
noel puthiyedam — Google review
This is one of two minor basilicas within the Sanctuary of Fatima grounds. It is located at the northeast end and flanked by long colonnades.
The exterior features a single tower with niche and statue of Our Lady of Fatima along with a cross and crown topping the steeple. The interior is a barrel vault shaped nave with modest decoration. Side chapels have gilded altars and contemporary stained glass windows and other artworks. You'll see the tombs of the shepherd children who experienced the apparitions on the sides of the main altar.
BradJill — Google review
Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima
Time spent: 20 min
Price: free
Path for disabled: available [from the back side of the building]
WC: available
Parking: available
It is a part of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fátima, a group of Catholic religious buildings and structures.
Oleh Shpytko — Google review
It was interesting to visit and see - even when not being very religious. Make sure you read up on the entire history beforehand as it will help you make sense of it all.
Ilja-Otis Godau — Google review
Visiting Our Lady of the Rosary Basilica in Fatima during World Youth Day 2023 was an unforgettable experience. The beauty and serenity of the Mass touched my soul, and hearing the “Our Father” and other liturgical prayers spoken in numerous languages was profoundly moving. It was a poignant reminder of the true universality of the Catholic Church, uniting people from all corners of the world. The architecture, the atmosphere, and the shared sense of faith created an inspiring and deeply connecting experience. Whether a person of faith or simply a lover of history and culture, this Basilica is a must-visit.
Grove Higgins — Google review
The Sanctuary is huge, very beautiful the main church is amazing, inside was a wedding and was decorated. Very peaceful and tranquil. It wasn’t too full.
Julito R — Google review
I feel so fortunate that I had the opportunity to visit. FYI, if you're looking for keepsakes of your visit, there are surrounding shops to get them. The Basilica does not sell anything. A word of caution: lots of pickpockets there. Aside from that, we had the opportunity to attend the last half of Mass at the modern Basilica which was done in Portuguese. It was a blessing to be there.
Donna K — Google review
Attended Mass for the feast of the Immaculate Conception. There were half a million people there.
Castle Of Pombal
Price: free
Time spent: 15-20 min for the castle and 10 min film
Parking: available
Path for disabled: not available
Around 1128, the Castle of Pombal, which was originally a former Roman Castro and Arab fortress, was donated to the Knights Templar by Afonso Henriques. The construction of the Romanesque fortress began in the middle of the 12th century (in either 1155 or 1156), and continued practically until the century's end; the construction of various towers was made to serve, stabilize, and reinforce the wall.
Oleh Shpytko — Google review
Nice castle. One can climb in the tower, beautiful view on the city
Luc Hemmerijckx — Google review
Beautiful town with a very well maintained castle. There is an information centre inside the castle
MARCUS WHITEHEAD — Google review
Amazing piece of history! Wonderful to be able to walk around such an ancient monument and there are great views over Pombal. There is an interesting historic timeline in the keep.
Carin de Kock — Google review
A small but very nice castle, well preserved. Not much too see other than the remnants of the walls and keep, but they do provide a lot of history of this place.
TJ BlueDog — Google review
Pombal Castle is a very and nice place to visit
Free Parking and no fees to visit.
We can walk from the city if you in good shape or we can park on the back to get more close
I recommend to go up to the tower to see 360 beautiful views from the city
Photos attached
vitor azinheira — Google review
Characteristic Portugal castle, nice area and atmosphere, even if it was closed we had a round trip around the walls and was nice, if you passed there by car, recommended to stop!
Take a breath in fresh air near the cemetery.
Lorenzo Montanari — Google review
It was actually way better than I expected, exploring all around the castle was very enlightening. The historical context provided by the panels around certain areas, made it more interesting. Inside the castle, a section with a historical guide informs & gives you more information about the history. There is a viewing room 2 short movie clips of history of the castle.
Raphael Martins — Google review
Very cool looking castle. I never went in because we showed up on a Monday and it was closed. But very interesting and visited the cemetery next door which is beautifully dinner.
William Henderson — Google review
Ruined castle, free to visit, climb to the top of the tower. Free parking. 30 to 45 minutes and you are finished.
Almourol Castle is a National Monument situated on an island in the Tagus River, known for its ties to the Templars. Dating back to the 12th century, it was built on the site of earlier occupations by various ancient civilizations. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Tagus River and lush surroundings from atop its walls. Accessible via boat from Vila Nova da Barquinha, this medieval fortress offers picturesque photo opportunities and a glimpse into Portugal's rich history.
I am passionate about castles and Castelo de Almourol is a must-go.
Right in the center of Tagus River, the imposing castle surprised me with grandeur. It's the perfect scenery to relish a wonderful day. You can go there by train.
Eduarda Duarte — Google review
The webpage suggests that the visit is appointment only. I filled in the form, but has never received any answer. So we called the next day and advised to just come. The boat is actually always there.
The views of the castle are fabulous, I only wish we had better luck with the weather.
The boat ride is about 2 minutes. Ticket is 4 euros. They allow about 45 minutes for the visit, before taking you back.
The castle itself is actually quite small and doesn’t have much to do or see. The information is scarce.
If coming with small kids, watch out for them, as the mural can be potentially dangerous as it is quite narrow and has no rails. Even I was kind of afraid walking there.
Anastassia Neto — Google review
Nice place to take pictures. Beautiful landscape.
Understand the charge but not the poor service.
The helmsman and the lady who help him are not at all kind.
One you get to the island barely you have explanation. Prepare to get pushed out from the island after some minute.
The poor logistics make them to force people to rush by the fact of just one boat make the journey.
Don't understand why people can't make the way by themselves by foot
iudalevi83 — Google review
Beautiful and well preserved castle! Make sure to plan your trip as the boat that gets you there is having a break from 12.30pm to 2.30pm.
Vladimir Adamec — Google review
A nice trip with a small boat and a great castle! Beautiful views from the castle over the river and the surroundings
René Van Wijk — Google review
The castle itself is awesome, great view over the river and you get there by boat.
Unfortunately you barely have time to walk around because the boat people impose a ridiculous 40 minute limit on the whole thing and you just don’t have time to enjoy. Unnecessary and very frustrating
Michael Dobsky — Google review
A castle built on a river island by the Knights Templars in 1170, for real. The island was given to them by Dom Alfonso Henriques, 1st king of Portugal. The site is well presented, only accessible by boat. Cafe nearby for a cold beer on a warm day.
Manuel Pedro Alarcao — Google review
Well worth a visit, can buy the ticket from the man on the boat, 4€ each. We are going back…fantastic history!
Carl Kemp — Google review
Very nice view of the castle from the harbour. If you wish to visit the castle and the island, be aware of the schedule and frequency of the official boat (summer time it states that goes until 18:30h, but actually when it gets close to 18:00h it is only possible to return from castle to harbour, trips to castle will not be possible).
Caio Haddad Franco — Google review
I had the wonderful experience of meeting the local people, who owe their work to the presence of the castle.
The castle can be reached by boat and you can tour it as much as you want. It is in perfect condition and stands majestically on the banks of the Tagus River.
Mariana E — Google review
I love this place. We went as part of a knight templar tour. This was our first stop. I personally enjoyed being in such an old/historic place. It was amazing. The little boat ride to get to the island was cute, and you got to see the fortress from great angles. Climbing to the top gave a great view of the area. I recommend going with a guide so you can get the history of the place. Otherwise you'll miss out on great information about the place.
Gabrielle Chauvin — Google review
Almourol Castle
Time waiting: 5 min in my case [up to 40 min max]
Time spent: 40 min
Price: 4 EUR [boat, castle, museum - Centro Cultural de Vila Nova da Barquinha]
Reservation: small groups do not need
Parking: available
Bike parking: not available
WC: in the local restaurant
Tickets: sold by the boat owner
Turns: +/- every 40 min
[!]Not suitable for disabled people
The Castle of Almourol is a medieval castle located 4 kilometers from Vila Nova da Barquinha. The castle was part of the defensive line controlled by the Knights Templar, and a stronghold used during the Portuguese Reconquista.
During the summer the water level is low, but it is not recommended due to safety reasons passing the river on your own. But there is a motorized boat, so you can get to the castle for 4 EUR. The time of boat trip is just 5 min and you may enjoy the view of the castle from different sides. The castle is small, so you need 30-40 min to see everything. The closest town is Tancos, 2 km away, so the place is extremely quiet.
How to get there?
a)By car. There is a free parking
b)By bike [30 min from Entroncamento]
c)By train. From the Almourol station 10 min walk.
[!] Visits are not possible during the flood or any other critical weather conditions.
Oleh Shpytko — Google review
Very nice place to see, unfortunately you can only visit during certain months since you have yo go on a boat to vet to the castle. You can also go around (10mn car trip) and check a viewpoint from the other side of the castle. The area surrounding the castle seems a little sketchy, paper factories and wood/paper production zone and the Tancos military zone makes this a very specific area... anyway its worth to see
Pedro Gaipo — Google review
Pretty cool castle. Not huge, but enough the be worth the visit. You take a small boat over for €4 and it'll give you some nice views for pics. You can then walk up to the castle for some beautiful views of the Targus River. There's also a small restaurant overlooking the river when done to refresh.
G Roberts — Google review
I LOVE guided tours! My wife and I took one (8+ hour tour) from Lisbon to Tomar, this castle a church i will comment on and had an awesome time! Like normal, it was hot and I do not deal with heat very well (to say the least)! Side point.... get a decent neck fan if you are sensitive to heat and get stifled by a lack of breeze like me!
Derek S — Google review
The castle is really pretty, amazing view of the river and it's surroundings. However, there are a few unprotected areas that can be dangerous (i had trouble going there, being afraid of highs and no rail to hang on). Also, the boat trip there is pricey (4€). There's only one boat, so you have to wait (not long, the trip is less than 5 min, which again makes me wonder why its so expensive).
The Convent of Christ in Tomar, Portugal is a Roman Catholic convent built in the ornate Manueline style and surrounded by 12th-century walls. Formerly the headquarters of the powerful Knights Templar in Portugal during the 12th to 16th centuries, this UNESCO World Heritage site played a significant role in funding the Age of Discoveries.
Was very very interesting and amusing to see this historical building. If you like seeing the architecture and all divisions of historic buildings then this one is a must. Totally worth it for us. Plus you have the Castle walls and garden to walk arround as well.
Alexis — Google review
Fantastic place to visit. A huge erstwhile convent, with high quality renaissance buildings, wonderful ceiling painting, beautiful cloisters, dormitories, kitchens and dining halls. There are also beautiful gardens. There has been good past renovation and this is still on going.
We spent several hours there in a family group aged 4 to 67 and all enjoyed it.
Good café with refreshments available. Small high quality gift shop.
Tiggy Greenwood — Google review
Utterly spellbinding and beguiling what a place. Atop the hill above Tomer is the last refuge in Europe of the Knights Templar . Well worth the €6 to get in the archtecture and history within these walls is jot to be missed . If you are in Portugal this is a must see.
Mark Hirst — Google review
A UNESCO heritage site, well worth the visit. The entry fee for adults is €10. The cathedral is very unique and one of its kind. You need 1-2 hours to see this place.
There is parking outside.
There is a cafe and WC on site
Bharathi Mani — Google review
Magnificent Templar structure including a temple, chapter house and castle situated imposingly on a hill overlooking the town of Tomar. The centerpiece of the temple, the octagonal Charola, is particularly stunning even though its colours have faded overtime. Although sadly parts have fallen into ruin, the adjacent chapter house is also impressive with its spiral staircases at either end taking you up to and down from the upper level. The faded facades are also well worth examining.
Stuart McCleane — Google review
Amazing place to visit in Tomar. That's a very ancient castle built by templars, and it's huge with a lot of sightseeing spots on the valley below. Totally recommend to go, although bare in mind that you may loose some time in finding a parking spot: it's usually pretty crowded during the summer, and you'll need to pay a small parking bill (1.2€ for one hour and a half)
Matteo Principe — Google review
If you are in Tomar (even if you don’t love history) you must visit the Convent. It is one of the most beautiful places you can visit in Santarem and is steeped in history. You can get a glimpse of where the monks lived in the 15th century, see priceless works of art and marvel at incredible architecture. The Convent is much bigger than what it seems and there are many things to discover, so set aside about 3-4 hours for the complete tour.
Charlie Fripp — Google review
Breathtaking. A must see! The cathedral and convent have been under construction for some time... But slowly it's being revealed and it's outstanding!
Parking can be difficult but don't give up and also don't forget to pay. There is a pay station there in the culdesac. Also located there is a nice cafe. A pleasure to take a coffee ☕ break.
Pro tip: Walk around the side of the structure and look for the aqueduct. It is the end 6 km long structure built in the 15th century. :)
Aaron Spicker — Google review
Amazing historical experience with monastery cloisters, bakery, cisterns, patios and nice views. Combines different styles and architectural features but the highlight is the church interior. You can see it all in few hours or squeeze it in about an hour or so if you rush through the cloisters and patios.
Hugo Casella — Google review
Amazing place and a must see. You could
just imagine what life was like during those times. We went in winter and spent 2 hrs just exploring, there was not many tourist at all. There is a nice cafe outside the Castello for coffee and drinks.
Nham — Google review
Spent 3 hours through the cloisters and rooms of this medieval monastery and castle. Worth the trip, with all its intricate art works and functional spaces. The only regret was that the administrating authority could be collecting the tree-laiden orange trees, rather then let them be destroyed by birds or fall off the branches as they ripen😂 maybe cross-feed the cafetaria with free/fresh orange juice. Wasted opportunity 😔
Ruben JC Furtado — Google review
An enigmatic place with almost nine centuries of history.
The most impressive place was the Charola, which was the private oratory of the Knights Templar, inside the fortress.
I strongly advise you to go with a guide, as it makes the experience much more enriching. Otherwise many of the details would be missed.
It was a pity there were several areas under renovation, and some not very well cared for, but overall it was well worth the visit.
Gon?alo Peres — Google review
Unlike some other convents around PT that are too crowded to enjoy, this one is still not receiving as many tourists so going around feels so much more intimate (and spiritual). Absolutely gorgeous building, putting many other monuments to shame, with dozens of little nooks. Hopefully the areas currently under renovation will be available to visit soon. Would recommend a hike from the Aqueduct to the convent and then on to the castle.
Olivera L — Google review
Been there during winter time. Literally had the whole place on our own. But don't be mistaken. This is a place you shouldn't be missed when in Tomar. But better to rent a car as it quite out of the way. Absolutely gorgeous and historical.
Sean Chia — Google review
It's a wonder for sure. You really go back in time in this one. The building of the church it's completely renovated/cleaned (including the iconic Manuelin window). Most of the cloisters still need renovations.. still it's a must visit place. Huge with a lot to see. Even the surroundings are very pretty.
João Rodrigues — Google review
This place was magical. However, it would be good to see more about the knights. The kitchen could have been decked out. One room could be furnished so that we can see how those who stayed at the convention lived.
Sarah Jeffery — Google review
Highly recommended. The convent is inside the fortress and is one of the most beautiful we have ever been to. A spectacular place with gothic paintings.
Varko — Google review
Go back in time and immerse yourself in the mystery around the knights templar. The Convent of Christ is a must visit in the area, not only by its historical importance, but also by its marvelous architecture, being a great example of the Portuguese renaissance style called Arte Manuelina, which is beautifully identified on the Chapterhouse Window. Note: reduced ticket fee for students
Angelo D — Google review
Magnificent even on a rainy autumn day. :) You can spend hours exploring its countless cloisters and the adjacent Templars castle. Definitely a must, there's no wonder it's a UNESCO world heritage site.
Doru Balacianu — Google review
First time here is with my wife and kids in 2020. This year I came with my parents. After Reading a lot of books of the order of templars and the history of Portugal, this place is my favorite by now.
Hao Yu — Google review
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JH3J+99, Igreja do Castelo Templário, Estr. do Convento 8, 2300-000 Tomar, Portugal
The Montargil Dam is located in the district of Portalegre, municipality of Ponte de Sôr, parish of Montargil. It belongs to the watershed of the Tagus River, and is located on the Ribeira de Sôr. It was designed by the Directorate-General for Hydraulic Services in 1954 and was completed in 1958. It is currently owned by the Sorraia Valley Irrigators and Beneficiaries Association and, together with the Maranhão dam and the Magos dam, feeds the Sorraia Channel. . The dam has a capacity of 164.3 hm³ and its flooded area is 1646 hectares. It has a maximum discharge capacity of 765 m³/s. The crest length is about 427 m, with an embankment volume of 858,000 m³ and a height above the natural terrain of 36 m. It has a hydroelectric power station equipped with a Francis turbine that produces an average year of 5.9 GWh. The dam's reservoir is widely used for water sports, sport fishing and nature-related activities such as bird watching.
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Thiago Bueno da silva — Google review
(Translated by Google) This dam is located in the Tagus river basin and on the Sôr river, having been designed by the General Directorate of Hydraulic Services in 1954 and completed in 1958. Its construction altered the local geography, creating a lake artificial with a total capacity of more than 164 million cubic meters of water.
It is the highlight of tourism in the region.
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Esta barragem localiza-se na bacia hidrográfica do rio Tejo e na ribeira de Sôr, tendo sido projectada pela Direcção-Geral dos Serviços Hidráulicos em 1954 e ficou concluída no ano de 1958. A sua construção alterou a geografia local, criando-se um lago artificial com uma capacidade total de mais de 164 milhões de metros cúbicos de água.
É o ponto alto do turismo da região.
La Rodrigues — Google review
(Translated by Google) My place of work, a beautiful dam to spend a day with the family fishing or for leisure.
If you don't know the dam and don't know how to swim, I advise caution when entering the water, as some areas have a steep drop in level.
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O meu local de trabalho, uma bela barragem para passar um dia com a família a fazer uma pescaria ou em lazer.
Se não conhecer a barragem e não saiba nadar aconselho prudência a entrar na água, algumas zonas tem o desnível acentuado.
Joao Rosado — Google review
(Translated by Google) The dam is beautiful despite the reduction in the water level being increasingly noticeable, right next to the dam is the Lago Montargil e Vilas hotel which is excellent and also the orbitur campsite.
Visit Instagram: @turistanostemposlivres
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A Barragem é linda apesar de se notar cada vez mais a redução do nível da água, mesmo junto á barragem está o hotel Lago Montargil e Vilas que é excelente e também o parque campismo orbitur.
Visitem o Instagram: @turistanostemposlivres
Luís Gaspar — Google review
(Translated by Google) A little paradise for those who have Africa in their blood!!! Water so warm, around 25 degrees, for what the waters of Portugal are like! With trees on the riverbank! Beautiful. With a place to pitch a tent and spend the night!
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Um pequeno paraíso para quem tem África no sangue!!! Água tão tão quentinha, cerca de 25 graus, para o que são as águas de Portugal! Com árvores na beira rio! Lindo. Com sítio para montar uma tenda e passar a noite!
Silvia Santa Bárbara — Google review
(Translated by Google) The downside is that there are a lot of flies during the day and midges in the evening. Otherwise I liked it. The water is very warm. There are a lot of needles.
In the current situation, there are restrictions on tents, lighting a fire, and making noise is also prohibited (from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
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Из минусов - много мух днём и мошек вечером. В остальном понравилось. Вода очень тёплая. Хвои много.
В теперешней ситуации есть ограничения на палатки, разведение огня и шуметь тоже нельзя ( с 8 до 20).
Anya Frau — Google review
(Translated by Google) Attention, it is not possible to stay overnight, the GNR patrols at night and issues fines to everyone, even during the week.
We were told by them that you can stay overnight in the village in the football stadium car park.
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Atenção, não é possível pernoitar, a GNR faz patrulha à noite e passa multas a todos, mesmo durante a semana.
Foi-nos dito por eles que para pernoitar pode ser na vila no parque de estacionamento do estádio de futebol.
Beautiful site when the sun was going down.
The colors of the nature mixed with the cemen of this huge and impressive structure are breath taking.
Be very careful crossing the street as the car tend to go fast on that road.
Specially when the sun is going down the lights might obfuscate the drivers, so be careful.
There are parking spots at each end of the dawn where you can park safely.
Pete Silva — Google review
Water so low! Impressif
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Kors Paap — Google review
Beautiful view. There was a little roadside stall that was a bar with a little shop / snack table, offering a variety of local treats & baked goods. I got some little lemon sugar muffins / madelines, they were incredible!! So light & moist, and lemony AF! Magic. The view was lovely at the dam and it's really near the most gorgeous swimming lake.
Tabitha Rosen — Google review
Quick pictures , stopping at the top viewpoint , there was a souvenir store and small cafe and such fantastic views x
Julie De Azevedo — Google review
Great views, lovely place where you can spend a few hours, enjoying the beauty of the coast, snacks and see traditional costumes of street vendors.
Iryna Smith — Google review
Worth a stopover if you are passing by, impressive large scale piece of engineering.
David — Google review
Good view of reservoir and river
Barbara Traveller — Google review
Great views both ways! Over the reservoir with wooded hills and over the vertiginous drop on the dam side to the Zezere River far below...
Warren Sharpe — Google review
Quality dam. A nice lake ànd electricity? Nothing but advantages!
Casal de São Simão is a charming village located in Figueiró dos Vinhos, Portugal. It is the final destination in the Aldeias do Xisto and is part of the Serra da Lousa group. The village features a single lane lined with beautifully renovated schist homes adorned with colorful flowers. One of its highlights is Varanda do Casal, a restaurant known for its modern design and stunning views overlooking the village.
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I'll never travel to Salamanca without this trip planner again
Fantastic little rustic village, where life slows down to a crawl, local market looked amazing ( closed on mondays ) fantastic 13th century castle also closed on monday, but thats ok on the flip side we picked up a 10 year bottle of local red wine for under 5€,
Mcgrath Eoghan — Google review
Nice Castle in the middle of town. Easy parking and great views. Elevator was broken which would have easily let my mother up onto the rampart.
Sam Burroughs — Google review
Beautiful pearl of Alentejo! Worth visiting while being around.
Magda Mickiewicz — Google review
It was great to go back in time love history
Paul Howson — Google review
Great renovation on this monument. Great views. It would be fun to have some animation on it during some days of the year.
Ana Silvestre — Google review
Great views of town from castle walls. Lost a star as displays only in Portuguese Visit was inexpensive €1 or €2 each.
Pete Gee — Google review
A charming village castle that overlooks the square.
André Lencastre — Google review
Alter do Chão is a very nice clean pretty town
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Largo Barreto Caldeira, 7440-049 Alter do Chão, Portugal
To break up my road trip, I stopped here to view this beautiful natural wonder. If you have time, it's worth the stop and since you can drive to the very top, it's an easy access spot.
Aaron Spicker — Google review
What an interesting piece of history in an unexpected part of Portugal. On our way up to Santander we stopped nearby in our motorhome.
Mike Marks — Google review
Precioso lugar para ver el Tajo. Además tienes la opción de poder hacer visitas en catamaran. Si vais por la zona, es visita obligada
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Beautiful place to see the Tagus. You also have the option of being able to make visits by catamaran. If you are in the area, it is a must.
María José — Google review
Very informative area of the town indicating that a neolithic settlement was here 30 million years ago. It was also a stopping point for the Roman army around the time of Christ. The river is at its shollowist in the dry season to enable large scale crossing. There is also so much nature to observe here in current times. OK so the town is a little drab but the Waterside element has so much to offer. Boat trips, nice restaurant, motorhome parking with services in a quiet safe place. We kind of fell in love with this area of the town. An unexpected unexpectedly good find !!!
Mike Marks — Google review
A majestic place. Huge geological formation, with the river crossing right in between. Retired place, not crowed, not full of chaos, cars, people, etc. Just a great place, with multiple points of view around it, like close to the water or on top of the mountains, to appreciate this place. Just search for the one you prefer.
Eliseu Guimar?es — Google review
Nice view, but signaling is bad. It has a great untapped potential.
Bogdan Hlevca — Google review
A beautiful and unusual site. Nature is spectacular.
Rute Alarcão — Google review
Magnificent view. 30 pairs of African vultures lives in that area and you can see them circling the air above.
Olena Bosenok — Google review
Very nice views, but it is so close to the "Portas" that you can't see them! For a better view of the "Portas", drive down to town and, before you reach the bridge, stop at a viewpoint on the right.
Antonio Dias de Figueiredo — Google review
Interesting and fairly well kept. Phenomenal views, take binoculars. Amazing the effort that these early people had at the time to build and keep these structures.quick to visit, easy access.
Manuel Pedro Alarcao — Google review
Stunning. It overcomed my expectations
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Historical Village of Piódão
Condominium complex
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Beautiful village from the historical Portuguese villages.
The roads to there are difficult but amazing... go on a sunny and clear day to enjoy the road trip
Rafael Pacheco — Google review
Traditional Portuguese village, with a lot to see, love the many cats that we can spot on the roofs and fields, the food was good but a bit expensive. The people very welcoming and warm.
Amelia Jones — Google review
Beautiful village, totally worth the visit.
The sad thing is many tourists are visiting, and it seems almost no locals are living there.
Store owners who want to push sales ruin a little bit of the genuine feeling.
You can walk around and explore by yourself, it’s incredible.
Daniela Arruda — Google review
Amazing village!! Go there, and get lost in the narrow streets.
Cherry on Spot — Google review
It was completely empty, we actually found a store that sold some magnets but there wasn’t anyone around.
the restaurants were closed because it was after the close time (covid rules restaurants closing at 1pm)
It’s very very beautiful, we were very lucky, it was not raining at the moment so we were able to explore it and take a walk to the bridge it was very nice.
I want to visit again 🥰
Antonieta Ponce de Leão — Google review
Beautiful spot tucked deep in the mountains - you need nerves of steel to drive the twisty roads in and out but well worth it. They are currently repaving the square but when works are complete it will be stunning. Good cafe by Square sells reasonably priced food and drink. Limited parking.
Sharon Angus-Crawshaw — Google review
One of the most beautiful villages in Portugal, located in a valley in the middle of the forest.
There are a couple of tracks by the river, so bring your boots, coat (in the winter) and camera and enjoy the nature in its purest state.
Bruno R Santos — Google review
Amazing Village in the middle of nowhere. Absolut must visit when in the Sierra da Estrella. Tiny Houses, narrow streets and incredible houses.
Sven Rehbaum — Google review
It's a little village in the hills made almost entirely of stone. Really cool place. All of the streets and buildings look similar giving the entire village an unique vibe. I haven't been to many places like it before or since. When I was there it was summer yet there were not many tourists and the locals were pretty chill.
Thomas Rambo — Google review
Amazing place. It is worth to go through the mountain to see this magic place.
The Castle of Marvão, a stately stone fortress originally constructed in the 8th century and rebuilt in the 17th century, is a must-see for tourists. Situated on a rocky hill, it offers breathtaking views of the Alentejo plain. The village of Marvao itself is charming, with whitewashed houses lining the mountain ridge. The castle walls provide spectacular views of the surrounding area, showcasing human ingenuity and engineering from centuries ago.
Fantastic beautifully preserved castle and "lived in" town all within the castle walls. One of the best preserved I've visited, awesome views as it sits right atop the rocky hilltop. Great cafes, restaurants, a few shops and museum. Well worth a visit.
David Mansfield — Google review
Sporting a very cheap entrance fee (€1.5) and providing great vantage points to the surrounding sights, it is worth a visit. Do be careful with your footing and head while walking about and be mentally prepared for heights and uphill paths.
A Russo — Google review
Beautiful castle and very well-reserved! We love the cistern a lot. You can sing a song there and enjoy the echo.
April Yang — Google review
Very well conserved castle and the tickets are really cheap (1.5€), so it makes an even more satisfactory visit.
Inside the castle walls you can find free toilets and small souvenir stores and local crafts stores.
From the towers of the castle it is possible to observe a very large portion of the surrounding territory. Beautiful views. Worth a visit.
Alexandra Alves — Google review
Well restored Castle with great views and fun to explore. You can walk along top of the entire Castle perimeter walls although it's quite scary as there are no railings on the inner side. Best of all it's so peaceful.
It's the highlight of my Portugal trip.
Daniel Wong — Google review
What a stunning castle to visit!! I was blown away by how intact it still is and the sheer brilliance of the construction. It also has the biggest cistern in any of Portugal's castles. How on earth they built it on top of a mountain is beyond me. A must see if you are in the region.
Brigitte Rebelo — Google review
Must see. Very well preserved castle with many details. Possible walk around all the walls. Great view for all sides of the world. Unusual water tank.
Marcin ?uchowski — Google review
Definitely worth the visit. The views from here are stunning. The fee entry is just 1.50€. It is a 360° wonderful view.
Highly recommended.
S?nia Martins — Google review
Amazing, amazing town and castle. Take the trouble to detour there. Park outside the wall or take the drive inside. Be warned, roads are narrow and corners are tight. Not for the feint hearted.
Cheryl Theunissen — Google review
Of all the castles in Portugal, this one has to be one of the highlights for me. The views from walking the castle walls are spectacular, given the height of the castle over the surrounding area. Just imagining what it must have been like to build this castle on such a mountainous height hundreds of years ago really makes you appreciate human ingenuity and engineering.
It was also nice to see the cistern still collects some water today and hasn't been converted into some other use as is common with other castles in the country -- if it weren't for some terrible visitors throwing their junk into the water, you can actually see how clear the water remains. The small garden outside of the entrance to the castle is also quite picturesque and reminded me of the fancy gardens you see in TV shows set in medieval times.
Terence Chan — Google review
Perfect view!
Very shocking beauty! It takes a full half day to enjoy the view. Admire the construction techniques and abilities of the ancients!
Frank Tsai — Google review
a must visit place in portugal. the whole town is a nice, cozy and very atmospheric place. no people (i visited in november), and only 1,5€ for the castle to visit. and then to have a coffee with a panoramic view, cery romantic and much recommended!
Nataliia Yukhta — Google review
Great castle with fantastic views of the area. Unlike most other castles you can basically access every part of castle, so you can walk along the walls, walk up the towers etc. and the tickets are cheap.
Olaf Katrynski — Google review
Very well restored castle. The view from here of the village as well as the surrounding area is what to die for. The ticket costs 1.5€ and we could also take our dog with us. Marvao is arguably the most beautiful village I’ve been in Portugal. It’s absolutely picturesque and peaceful.
Roman Roaming Around — Google review
This really is a place worth a visit and explore. Some 260m of elevation afford the most stunning views of the surrounding countryside. A visit to the town cistern, still with water, is fascinating. The village was quiet when we visited mid week so no hustle and bustle. Strongly recommend.
Jardim do Paço Episcopal, also known as the Bishops palace garden, is a charming Baroque garden located in Castelo Branco, Portugal. Established in 1725, it features a delightful array of fountains, sculptures depicting historical Portuguese figures and saints, and even includes a playground for children. The garden is adjacent to the Paco Episcopal and boasts an assortment of trees, five lakes, and a grand staircase.
Outstanding garden...with statues of the saints and various water features including Moses pool...it was 43 degrees and I almost jumped in...A nice place to relax and reflect...Resident Cowboy and supporter of the economy of Portugal since 2016...
Dickie Larue — Google review
We really had awful weather (storm) but even with the rain I can say it's worth to see! Beautiful place, thanks to the storm we were alone there we had time to see everything 😅 Amazing oranges, beautiful sculptures and fountains make a great atmosphere... 3€ for entrance is ok price.
Aleksandra Marszałek — Google review
This is how to look after a garden. Beautiful water features very well put together with flowers and pruned foliage. Statues for days and more water features. All this for 2 euros an adult....get in. Worth if for the photos alone. The public park opposite is a gem too.
David Oldham — Google review
Lovely place to ramble and contemplate
Marie Bugler — Google review
Really lovely well looked after gardens. Will go back there again
Sharon Jaqueline Debono — Google review
Beautiful and interesting garden, to learn a little about the history of Portugal.
D?rio Silva — Google review
Lovely place - totally unique - very interesting view on how a Bishop manifested the Bible into a garden.... beautiful scents from the plants.
Jess Teacher — Google review
A truly wonderful park. Well kept, colorful, wide space, lovely natural and man-made decoration. A playground area for children, a cafe makes of it a good meeting place, and then woods area offers good shade from the harsher sun.
Nelson “Komi” Duarte — Google review
Lovely place to take photos. It is nice to discover all the different statues around the gardens although they are not organised by category and some of them need some TLC. This place has been preserved well and looks the same as it did 20 years ago. It is quite muddy so not the best idea during wet weather.
There are toilet facilities. Price is €3 per person, under 10yo go free. You can buy the ticket on the day. I would say you need only 1 hour to see everything there as it is a small space.
Be careful if you have young children as some of the areas are dangerous to walk through with no barriers between levels.
M. Costa — Google review
Exquisite. It's absolutely worth a detour to visit. There is so much history and beauty here, and the entry fee is a tiny €3.
MiMo_4 — Google review
A pretty garden with small fountain and lakes with an abundance of statues. It is located at the back of the old palace that served as the residence of several bishops of Guarda and later those of Castelo Branco. The statues are representing many figures, from kings and bishops to the symbol of each month or elements like fire. It is also adjacent to the Francisco Tavares Proença Júnior Museum which was the residence of the bishops. I recommend visiting this lovely park to everyone.
The explanations are in Portuguese and also in English. Opening Hours: April to September: 09h00-19h00;October to March 09h00-17h00. Entrance fee: 2€.
Maryam Klidsar — Google review
A beautiful place in Castelo Branco! This was the third time I went to the city and I can say I regret not going earlier to this amazing garden! The place itself is not that big, we are not talking about a huge park here, but rather a cozy and really beautiful small garden. What I found interesting about this place is the mix between the green and the statues. You can go and try to find what's written under the statues as a fun way to explore the place. Onde suggestion though would be to change the font under the statues, it looks way to much modern compared to the place history, I would rather see a hand drawn label than something that looks like an A4 printed at home. Apart from that, the place is totally worth going and amazing to take pictures. You only have to pay 2€ to get in but its worth it! A nice day trip to Castelo Branco.
Rafael Augusto Masson Rocha — Google review
Beautiful peaceful gardens, toilets, snack bar/cafe/bar. Fountains were idea and really lively to just sit and take in the day.
Hannan El Nobey — Google review
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R. Bartolomeu da Costa 5, 6000-773 Castelo Branco, Portugal
Torre is the highest point in mainland Portugal, offering stunning views and a unique experience. Visitors can drive to the top and find nearby shops as well as a ski resort. The plateau provides a calming and reflective atmosphere away from the crowds, with old observation towers adding intrigue to the landscape. It's recommended to visit during sunset or sunrise for an unforgettable experience. However, be prepared for cold temperatures, especially in winter.
I was lucky to have had good weather and the views and the hiking were amazing. I spent 8 hours exploring the surroundings and it was well worth it.
Tip 1: the first shop on the left makes excellent sandwiches with local cheese and ham.
Tip 2: It gets really cold up there; come prepared. When I first arrived, it was only 8 degrees and this on a lovely September day.
Falco Cherrug — Google review
A Torre. The highest point in mainland Portugal. Many have said its a boring place but i actually find the plateau a very calming and reflective place if you walk away from summer crowds. Stunning views. Visit or stay for the golden hour sunset and sunrise. Its worth it. The old observation towers add intrigue to a landscape that could be in a Star Wars movie.
Gary Maddock Greene — Google review
A place you should not miss out. Its the highest point in Portugal. You will have a life time experience walking literally in clouds. Must wear Winter Clothing maybe double clothing. Enjoy
Zeshan Bashir — Google review
This was the starting point of our hike in the mountains. Views are great. There’s a shop with cheeses and cured meats
Digna Ten Napel — Google review
We drove up the windy roads to see the highest point in Portugal in October. The peak is mostly covered by an ugly parking lot, with old looking buildings and abandoned meteorological observatories that can’t be entered. The cramped shopping center strongly smells of mountain cheese and cured meats. It’s very touristy, with the tour buses pulling up every couple of minutes. There’s also few places to stop to eat or buy food/drink other than cheese and vending machine coffee if you stop for lunch. The views are pretty good going down the east side of the mountain, but overall I would say this trip is not worth it. You could get more spectacular views without going to the summit, with a better experience to go along with it. It might be better with snow, but I wouldn’t come back. Enjoy my photos of the view and you should be covered enough not to go.
Haley Lundberg — Google review
What an amazing place! Nature at its best
Omri Bar — Google review
Serra da Estrela ... The Serra da Estrela is the highest Montain in Continental Portugal l with about 2000mts. It has the only Sky Station in Portugal. Located in the Center of Portugal, this mountain is beautiful and offers lots of activities throughout the year
Hugo Batista — Google review
Apparently the highest point in Portugal!! Great views.
P Mallory (Pauline) — Google review
Fantastic place! Loved the sheep & shepherds & whole atmosphere....... Great cafe bar ,& lots of natural sheep's cheese to buy as well as ham. Slept overnight on top without hassle or incident awesome 😀
1 1 — Google review
If you're nearby why wouldn't you visit the highest point in Portugal? I really enjoyed it. And the observation towers left from the cold war add to the mystery. The ski lifts are a total rip off though. 7.50 per person.
Sonia Reis Lamas — Google review
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Pillory New Castle
Historical landmark
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Charming town, remember to visit the castle and the community building and talk to the locals and have a coffee
Andre Matos — Google review
Not much to say about the pillory itself. The whole village is nicely preserved and worth a visit for it's historical relevance in Portugal's history. FYI accessibility to the village is not amazing as it is in a hill and streets are pretty small
Manuel Nunes — Google review
Nothing really new about this place. Could use a good cleaning and a bit of sprucing up.
Jonathan Selsley — Google review
(Translated by Google) Of the 12 historical villages, I think it is the most impressive point of all the villages, it is a space with many details and it really seems that you are in another era, in few places today the same can be said. If you visit Castelo Novo or are nearby, stop by and see this place, it will not disappoint you. Plenty of parking in the area and a very good natural pool at the entrance to the town.
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De las 12 aldeas históricas, creo que es el punto más impresionante de todas las aldeas, es un espacio con muchos detalles y realmente parece que estás en otra época, en pocos sitios hoy día se puede decir lo mismo. Si visitas Castelo Novo o estás cerca pasa a ver estés sitio, no te va a defraudar. Bastante aparcamiento por la zona y muy buena piscina natural a la entrada del pueblo.
Germán Solís Gómez — Google review
(Translated by Google) The Pelourinho of Castelo Novo has been classified as a Property of Public Interest since 1933. Possibly coeval with the charter granted to the town, in 1510, by D. Manuel I, and the renovation carried out at the time, both in the castle and in the Town Hall . The pillory is built in Manueline style.
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O Pelourinho de Castelo Novo está classificado como Imóvel de Interesse Público, desde 1933. Possivelmente coevo da carta de foral concedida à povoação, em 1510, por D. Manuel I, e da renovação então efectuada, quer no castelo, quer nos Paços do Concelho. O pelourinho está construído em estilo manuelino.
José Paiva Wolff — Google review
(Translated by Google) One of the most beautiful historic villages
(Original)
Uma das mais Belas Aldeias Históricas
Pedro Januario — Google review
(Translated by Google) Central location of this historic village.
Symbol of power from ancient Portugal.
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Local central desta aldeia histórica.
Símbolo de poder dum Portugal antigo.
Serra da Estrela, located east of Coimbra, is home to the highest mountains in continental Portugal. The region offers a rural and sustainable tourism experience at Chao do Rio, where guests can stay in beautiful stone cottages surrounded by pastures and a natural swimming pool resembling the lagoons of Serra da Estrela.
In winter, check if it’s snowing! If it is, you will have an amazing experience! Do not forget to go to “Covao dametade” as well!
Franklin Hirata — Google review
Great area to explore. River beaches for hot weather. Pretty villages. Amazing views.
P Mallory (Pauline) — Google review
I love this place!! Free wild camping for RVs 😊
When you get here before dark there is a restaurant and a gift shop!
We loved the meat and cheese 🧀 offered here! But there is lots of fun stuff!
The view is breathtaking and it feels like your above the clouds!
If you are RVing on your way up make sure you have ample propane for heating as it can be cold, gas ⛽️ or diesel and water 💧
We filled up from the free natural mountain 🏔️ water 💧 on our way up with a watering can!
Meg “Family Travel” — Google review
Breathtaking view while driving to the top of the mountain, and when arrive there you find beautiful snow landscapes (depending of the season) and very sympathetic merchants selling famous cheeses.
Letícia Thaís Moraes — Google review
Serra da Estrela was the first pace that i have been seen snow fall in Portugal. That was my Évoraerasmus trip. Like 40 people together we attend that trip. It was nice experience to travel with cable car
Shouvik Roy Snigdha — Google review
Much visit place for enjoying holidays.. and enjoy snowfalls in winters...👍🏻👍🏻recommended to everyone
Varun sharma Vs — Google review
Very nice place to visit. The place touches the heart.💜💜🥰🥰
rimon bhuiyan — Google review
Beautiful pity there was no snow
Dr. J. Areias — Google review
With 1993m serra da estrela is located middle north of portugal.this is a unique place in portugal to enjoy time in a freezing environment.recommended
Castelo de Belmonte is a must-see National Monument with a rich history dating back to the 13th Century. Originally a fortress, it was later transformed into a fortified manor house for the family of Pedro Alvares Cabral, who was born inside the castle. The scenic castle offers stunning views, and visitors can explore its tower for panoramic vistas of the village and surrounding landscape. The town of Belmonte itself is charming, known for its unique blend of Catholic and Jewish culture.
Nice view, fantastic pictures. Very beautiful place
bruno pereira — Google review
Worth the visit. It’s a nice and important castle, specially for us, Brazilians, given the connection between Cabral and Brazil! I got a bit disappointed because I was expecting to learn more about Cabral and his family.
Gustavo Pytlik — Google review
Small castle, but worth visiting just for the views, specially from the tower. Very nice staff too.
jorge garcia rey — Google review
Lovely drive up to Belmonte through changing landscapes.
Sandra Webster — Google review
Nice place to visit, the castle was close and also the synagogue but we strolled around to read the Jewish ✡️ history
Moti Reshef — Google review
The castle is quite small but worthwhile to visit nonetheless. The tower is accessible, from where you have good views of the village and the surrounding landscape
Ian Witte — Google review
Nice small castle with some rooms explaing the history with use of interactive means and light colour technology.for people with mobility issues not easy to access
Martin De Bruin — Google review
2 euros per person to enter.
Beautiful castle.
Hard to understand why to have a Brasil flag together with the Portuguese one.
Rui Andrade — Google review
Lovely ruin to visit. Great example of 12th century castle and the impact on the area. Plenty of restaurants to eat after you've clambered over the walls and marveled at the windows.
Andrew Goodwin — Google review
Belmonte is a most awesome town. The dicotomy with Catholic and Jewish culture makes it so unique. The history of the town equally amazing. The people awesome.
Jorge da Costa — Google review
Beautiful Castle of Belmonte, well kept!
Frank De Winter — Google review
2€ entry for not much to be honest, been to better castles in the country that had more to offer and free entry, you're better off driving another 20mins up the road to the castle town of Sortelha free entry absolutely stunning view.
Turtle — Google review
Belmonte is the birthplace of Pedro Alves Cabral the founder of Brazil. Within the castle walls we can see his family coat of arms of 2 goats among other things
Alexander Stewart — Google review
They offer to pay 10€ for visiting all the attractions that don’t even cost 1€.
дикий добрый гусь — Google review
Very scenic castle specially near sunset… A lovely clean and scenic town. A must visit in Portugal 🇵🇹
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(Translated by Google) Perfect place to watch the sunset. With stunning views over Monsanto, it's worth getting lost in the details of the houses. Magnificent horizon views. With stone tables and a public toilet. Mandatory stopping place.
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Local perfeito para contemplar o por do sol. Com vistas deslumbrantes sobre Monsanto, vale a pena perder-se nos detalhes das casas. Vistas de horizonte magnificas. Com mesas de pedra e dispõe de WC público. Local de paragem obrigatória.
Vítor Machado — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful place. Monsanto is fused with the stones. A great example of how the city blends into the landscape. Also a very nice view.
(Original)
Prachtige plek. Monsanto is versmolten met de stenen. Mooi voorbeeld hoe stad opgaat in het landschap. Ook een heel mooi uitzicht.
Team Awesome — Google review
(Translated by Google) Miradouro do Forno is a simple viewpoint overlooking the Marechal Carmona Dam and the landscapes west of Monsanto. You can also see some of the most interesting houses with rustic features in the town. It's a good point to stop on the way up to the castle.
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O Miradouro do Forno é um miradouro simples com vista para a Barragem Marechal Carmona e sobre as paisagens a oeste de Monsanto. Também se pode ver algumas das mais interessantes habitações com traços rústicos da povoação. É um bom ponto para se fazer uma paragem na ascensão ao castelo.
José Paiva Wolff — Google review
(Translated by Google) Great view of Monsanto and its surroundings, with public bathrooms and picnic tables.
(Original)
Ótima vista de Monsanto e seus arredores, contando com banheiros públicos e mesas para picnics.
Leandro Zanella — Google review
(Translated by Google) Magnificent panoramic view, impressive to see all its stacked rocks!
(Original)
Magnifique vue panoramique , impressionnant de voir tout ses Rochers empilés !
Gerard “Sage” Salaun — Google review
(Translated by Google) A must-visit place. The view over Monsanto is very beautiful. It is possible to see much of the land and also the surrounding landscape. I recommend.
(Original)
Local de visita obrigatória. A vista sobre Monsanto é muito bonita. É possível ver grande parte da terra e também da paisagem circundante. Recomendo.
Rui Borralho — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a simple viewpoint overlooking the Machal Carmona dam and overlooking the landscapes west of Monsanto and you can also see some houses with rustic features. Simple but very warm place.
Good stopping point on the way up to the castle
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É um miradouro simples com vista para a barragem Machal Carmona e com vista pelas paisagens a oeste de Monsanto e também se pode ver algumas habitações com traços rústicos. Local simples mas muito quente.
Bom ponto de paragem no percurso de subida para o castelo
Luis Tomas — Google review
(Translated by Google) A viewpoint that allows you to see the entire village, on the date of the visit, under construction
(Original)
Um miradouro que permite ver toda aldeia, na data da visita em obras
André Duarte — Google review
(Translated by Google) Sunset.
(Original)
Por do sol.
jorge garcia rey — Google review
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I'll never travel to Salamanca without this trip planner again
Sortelha is a charming and well-preserved medieval village located in Portugal. The village is characterized by its narrow cobblestone streets, historic stone houses, and impressive castle ruins. Visitors can wander through the picturesque streets and admire the traditional architecture while taking in panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Sortelha offers a glimpse into Portugal's rich history and provides a peaceful atmosphere for travelers to immerse themselves in the past.
Sé da Guarda, a 16th-century cathedral with a fortified look, is one of the most emblematic churches in Portugal. It stands tall in the heart of the city and offers a relaxing afternoon experience. Visitors can climb to the viewpoint on a nearby street and explore the interior by paying an entry fee. While some may find it inconvenient to pay for church entry, others appreciate its affordable cost compared to similar attractions in Spain.
Amazing place..even with rain..lol
Cat Sanches — Google review
Preciosa catedral gótica y de lo poco para visitar que tiene Guarda, pero lo de pagar por entrar a iglesias no lo llevo bien. Es cierto que la entrada es barata y que en España te cobran bastante más. Un error por parte de ambos países, en Francia las iglesias y catedrales son gratis. No tiene sentido que te digan que el dinero de las entradas es para mantenimiento porque eso se hace con fondos públicos. Mejor entrar en horario de culto, si es posible.
Por cierto, existe la posibilidad de subir arriba pagando un extra o siendo un poco espabilado. Es curioso caminar por el techo de la catedral, pero si lo hacéis por las vistas desde el castillo las hay mucho mejores y es gratis.
(Translated by Google)
Beautiful Gothic cathedral and one of the few things to visit that Guarda has, but I don't have a good time paying to enter churches. It is true that the entrance is cheap and that in Spain they charge you much more. An error on the part of both countries, in France the churches and cathedrals are free. It doesn't make sense for them to tell you that the money from the tickets is for maintenance because that is done with public funds. Better to enter worship hours, if possible.
By the way, there is the possibility of going upstairs by paying an extra or being a bit smart. It is curious to walk on the roof of the cathedral, but if you do it for the views from the castle there are much better ones and it is free.
Bryan Villar — Google review
Para pasar una tarde relajado. En una calle cercana se encuentra la subida al mirador. Si entran en la catedral hay que pagar una entrada para ver el interior y otra para subir arriba. Si hace mal tiempo no se podrá subir.
(Translated by Google)
To spend a relaxing afternoon. In a nearby street is the climb to the viewpoint. If you enter the cathedral you have to pay one ticket to see the interior and another to go up. If the weather is bad you will not be able to go up.
SkyHard Mestizmouse — Google review
The lookout on the second floor of the rooftop was spectacular! I loved that basically no one was there (Friday morning). I highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the city!
Kelsey Burns — Google review
Obligada parada en Guarda para ver esta pequeña catedral pero muy curiosa.
La entrada sólo 1.50€ si quieres subir a la azotea y torre 2.50€.
Hay catedrales en España muy bonitas pero te cobran 8€ por visita.
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A mandatory stop in Guarda to see this small but very curious cathedral.
The entrance only €1.50 if you want to go up to the roof and tower €2.50.
There are very beautiful cathedrals in Spain but they charge you €8 per visit.
Javier Mata — Google review
Nice cathedral of a mixxture of architectural styles. Well located on the city historic area.
Isabel JANEIRA — Google review
Quite unique basilica - one of the most interesting Portuguese monuments.
Cathedral in late gothic style connected with Manueline influences from the shipyard of Batalha Monastery.
In the centre of the village was built from 1390 to 1517.
Rafał Jóźwik — Google review
I loved looking at this old church from the outside and was also surprised at the size from the inside. There are a few statues and crypts to look at but nothing else. The building is impressive but I enjoyed the view better from the tower that is nearby
Clara Correia — Google review
Sé da Guarda is a captivating piece of history in Guarda, Portugal. The architecture is awe-inspiring, and the intricate details showcase its cultural significance. A must-visit landmark, and the city’s charm is beautifully reflected in this majestic church.
R P — Google review
Very nice stop off for lunch. Spend the extra 2€ to walk around on the rooftop. Great views! Then grabbed a quick kebab at Mr. Kebab.
Kayla Iacovino — Google review
Remarkable church, with an interesting history. Worth the 2 euros for the visit to the church and the rooftop, especially during a clear day.
I love this old town!!! It's so magic, old but kept it good condition. Awesome! You have to take a walk on the city walls. Wow! Great place with so big old historical center!
Sebastian Zieliński — Google review
The whole village is enclosed by walls and gates. Very well preserved. A good tourist info center located in the village square just outside a gate. Be sure to see the tombs carved in stone located outside the village walls.
Tim Burns — Google review
A very beautiful and interesting place for visit.
Mihail Jovmir (M.J.) — Google review
Beautiful castle typical of Portuguese towns, with knowledgeable staff giving information, well worth a visit, but really busy on Good Friday as it is also market day.
Sue Crossley — Google review
Very nice town to visit. The castle is still intact and the old town still lives inside castle walls.
Rui Garcia — Google review
Very cool historical experience.
Gitty Rosenberg — Google review
Nice castle to visit.
Luis Afonso — Google review
the lady in the information room was very attentive and helpful. Great Castle. Beautiful village.
Parque Arqueológico do Vale do Côa, also known as Foz Coa, is a significant archaeological park offering tours of major Paleolithic carved rock art sites and a modern museum. Situated at the mouth of the Coa River where it drains into the Douro, this area has become a popular tourist attraction in recent years. The discovery of an impressive collection of Palaeolithic art during an environmental impact study for a dam has contributed to its appeal.
Very interesting museum. Rate to find rock at and explanations let you really understand their significance. To be competed with the visit on site elsewhere in the valley.
Laurent Gosselin Arcouet — Google review
Nice Park and museum.
It's not big but has a lot of information. It can be done in less than an hour.
The surroundings are majestic. Beautiful view.
There's a 360 immersive video and plenty of explanations on the rupestre art as well as the explanation of the place.
Highly recommend that you go to see the areas where there is the art. It's a guided tour and helps understand the meaning of it all.
The boat is what we did. It should be the best since you see the newest discovery, from 2020, and is fresher since it is by river.
Paulo Lopes — Google review
The museum is an architectural wonder. We had an excellent guide who highlighted the sophistication of the artistic expression in the etchings in the valley The tiny drawings etched into stone, with magnifying lenses and lights to let you really seen them were amazing, but would have been easy to overlook.
The subject matter may not be for everyone, but the building is spectacular as are the views from the courtyard connected to a quite good cafe and bar for those who would rather take in the scenery.
Jonathan Peterson — Google review
It's very interesting but you need a tour guide to explain what you are seeing. Very nice views so it well worth a visit.
William Price — Google review
What a fantastic place, I love art deco. Enjoyed a drink on the cafe balcony
Chris Price — Google review
Rock drawings from 10'000 to 30'000 years ago. We took guided tours to the rock sites. The guide was excellent (in English)
Andy Kegel — Google review
A great place to learn about prehistoric art. The Audio guide gives you a lot of information and the replica with the explication are worth seeing.
Plan around 2 hours to make the most of your visit.
No?mie Kunkler — Google review
Tourist trap! 6 euros is too much. Only 4 rooms with some monitors and some reproduction of rocks to project images.
Nothing to do with a real archaeological museum.
The panoramic view is beautiful.
Marcos — Google review
An amazing museum with great views and facilities. We took one of the guided tours to see the Paleolithic rock art with Kristina, who was a perfect guide. All highly recommended.
Richard Mills — Google review
Outstanding. It is important to see the actual carvings, the museum gives you context, although it is a wonderful building on an amazing situation with a great restaurant. The tour is fascinating, the guides excellent and for me it was unforgettable. Carvings and 'animation' from up to 20,000 years ago.
Rob cowen — Google review
We only did a tour and didn’t visit the museum. The tour was so so special and absolutely worth it (16€). It takes about 2 hours and it’s just mind boggling how this was made, how old it is and how it almost all got flooded. Really interesting story from all viewpoints!
Tanja Swinkels — Google review
Wow the view is unbelievable .. come here to start your hike in the region .. this is one of a kind experience
Tarek Alchaaer — Google review
We scheduled a guided tour to a petroglyph site. The guide was very knowledgable & demonstrated the outline of animals that would have been impossible otherwise. He was outstanding & made the experience come alive. We were in a small group of 4.
Charles Mothersead — Google review
Incredible value for the price!
Very interactive, educational and also comfortable, especially for adults. The app is quite good, but the wifi signal could be improved (needed for the app).
Additionally, we went there before our schedule night tour to the Penascosa site. Very good preparation and complete experience (7€ for the museum and 20€ for the guided tour in Penascosa)
Pedro — Google review
Good museum with good explanations of the valley's rock art, much of it 20,000 years old. Many graphic panels, some replicas and some very good animations. Brutalist concrete building is not to my taste. It feels like a nuclear bunker. But the cafe/restaurant is bright and beautiful with views across the mountains. The terrace outside has a beautiful view down to the river.
Win Scutt — Google review
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R. do Museu, 5150-610 Vila Nova de Foz Côa, Portugal
Perfect accommodations for wheelchair guests to view this beautiful area. Interesting architecture and.history of the past. The locals are wonderfully hospitable, helpful and kind.
Jordan Adamidis — Google review
A medieval castle that is well worth a visit. Great history here and a phenomenal view of the countryside.
A.J. — Google review
Great little historic town. It was worth an hour visit to walk around, enjoy the historic buildings, and sample some of the local products.
We loved the almond liqueur mixed with sparkling wine. So many versions of almonds coated with flavors. Of course, there are taste tests. It's hard to pick just a couple of flavors to bring home :)
Sandra Verboom — Google review
It is not by chance that it is considered the most beautiful village in the world!
A must see.
Paulo Lob?o — Google review
Great view, one nice and quiet place to visit!
Nuno Aparicio — Google review
Voted most historically preserved village in the World for 2023. As well as one of Portugal 7 wonders. Walking these streets that remain unchanged for nearly 600 to 800 years is humbling and the views go on forever.
tamara Ester — Google review
You can ride most of the way, but it is a pretty, if steep walk. Enjoyed the wine tasting. Beautiful, small church. Bought a lovely cork bag.
kathy emmert — Google review
Amazing experience! the place is inspiring!! The village is very welcoming!!
S?lvia G. G. — Google review
Wonderful place to visit while in Largo do Pelourinho. Save time to visit the local shops near the entrance. Incredible Cork pocketbooks, Port Wine and seasoned almonds. Prices are reasonable as well!! We saved on purchasing two Backpack pocketbooks for my kids. The owner gave me a cork pen with my purchase. Also was able to purchase a gift pack of Port Wine and several samples of flavors almonds.
The guides were very knowledgeable and the tour was educational.
John — Google review
If you would like to see a medieval village that has been preserved in the Portuguese countryside this is the right spot. There are not many tourists so it is a hidden gem. The ancient stone streets and walls are beautiful and rich with history. It has a tradition of almond cultivation so the shops have almond liquor and candies. The view from the castle is breathtaking.
Theresa Hoban — Google review
Fun place to explore with easy access to nearly every part of it. 75 residents but mostly selling things. Love the cork products.
Mitch Stewart — Google review
The village has an interesting history. We had a pleasant walk around, visiting the church, cistern, ruins and various other buildings and landmarks.
The most popular shop that sold drinks and food and had nice places to sit, was a madhouse. About 8 coach loads of tourists arrived at around the same time and everybody seemed to be trying to fit into the building.
There are a few other shops that sold almonds, cork goods and other goods and souvenirs.
Guy Lansdown — Google review
Ok. It’s a bunch of ruins, but it’s interesting. Notice how thick the walls are. Great views over the valley. Pretend you’re holding the fort and looking for the advancing army.
bill d — Google review
We loved this old village on the top of a hill. We were not as happy with the drive from the river - very twisty and turny! There is a cafe near the entrance which has some tables outside. We sat under the shade of an old tree and were very happy to sit chatting and drinking for a while.
Ciudad Rodrigo, a city located near the border of Spain and Portugal, is renowned for its captivating Old Town and well-preserved 12th-century city walls. The Cathedral de Santa María, nestled within the ramparts, showcases exquisite Gothic and Romanesque doorways. The Castillo de Enrique II, dating back to the 14th century, has been transformed into a hotel. Additionally, the Palacio de los Aguila now houses a heritage center with a charming courtyard featuring arcaded galleries.
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Simon Martin Guijuelo S.L.
Ham shop
Tours
Cured ham store
Cured ham warehouse
Factory Tours
Best ham ever, so very friendly and with good advice.
Tine Geudens — Google review
(Translated by Google) A high quality sausage, with a good presentation in the case of the gourmet case, which makes for a good portion. This sausage is highly recommended, made with the love and experience of four generations. I am pending a Tour that will surely be a very interesting experience, in which we will learn to value these products even more knowing their production processes.
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Un embutido de mucha calidad, con una buena presentación en el caso del estuche gourmet, que da para una buena ración. Muy recomendable este embutido, hecho con el cariño y la experiencia de cuatro generaciones. Me queda pendiente un Tour que seguro que será una experiencia muy interesante, en el que aprenderemos a valorar aún más estos productos conociendo sus procesos de elaboración.
Roc?o Asuncion Lopez — Google review
(Translated by Google) We have been shopping today at the store they have at the factory.
Very well cared for by the girl in charge of it.
We take the products to Gran Canaria.
This Christmas we will give an account of them, and I will publish their quality again.
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Hemos estado hoy comprando en la tienda que tienen en la fábrica.
Muy bien atendidos por la chica que tienen al frente de ella.
Los productos los llevamos para Gran Canaria.
Estas navidades daremos cuenta de ellos, y volveré a publicar la calidad de los mismos.
PEDRO PINEDA SANTANA — Google review
Very profesional service!
Albino Perez — Google review
(Translated by Google) The best value for money hams that I have bought in my life. I advise those of your own livestock. A very good deal, I always ask them to advise me which one to take and they always get it right. Professionals
(Original)
Los mejores jamones calidad precio que he comprado en mi vida. Aconsejo los de su propia ganadería. Un trato muy bueno, siempre pido que me aconsejen cuál coger y siempre aciertan a la perfección. Profesionales
The WINNER Sport — Google review
(Translated by Google) I went to Guijuelo on a Sunday and this is the only factory I found open, I had already bought in a store but I decided to stop by to see a bit, in the end I took several things, the girl's attention was 10, and the phenomenal genre and better price by far than I had bought before, they have a spectacular Palencia cheese too. Delighted with everything.
(Original)
He ido un Domingo a Guijuelo y esta es la única fábrica que encontré abierta, ya había comprado en una tienda pero he decidido pasar para ver un poco , al final me he llevado varias cosas, la atención de la chica ha sido de 10 , y el género fenomenal y mejor de precio con diferencia del que había comprado antes, tienen un queso de Palencia espectacular tb . Encantada con todo.
Sheila MA — Google review
(Translated by Google) Iberian bait loin 50% Iberian breed, I buy it in Alcampo and it is really exquisite, better than others at double the price, tender as I like it, I have already bought it 4 times, the pity is that they have few left, I I imagine they will replenish, I have tried many and this is the one I like the most, totally recommended !!!
(Original)
Lomo ibérico de cebo 50% raza ibérica, lo compro en Alcampo y está realmente exquisíto, mejor que otros al doble de precio, tierno como a mi me gusta, ya lo he comprado en 4 ocasiones, la pena es que les quedan pocos, me imagino que repondrán, he probado muchísimos y este es el que más me gusta, totalmente recomendable !!!
Pepe Mu?oz — Google review
(Translated by Google) Visit + tasting totally recommended. The products are of great quality and the attention of those who assisted us during the visit was great. They teach you how to choose a good ham. Family treatment, attentive. Very nice.
(Original)
Visita + degustación totalmente recomendable. Los productos son de gran calidad y la atención de quienes nos atendieron en la visita genial. Te enseñan a elegir un buen jamón. Trato familiar, atento. Muy agradable.
Sonia Garcia — Google review
(Translated by Google) We were there last weekend and bought shoulders, chorizo, loin and cheese. Everything spectacular. The lady in the store advised us at all times, very friendly and professional. Highly recommended products. Without a doubt we will repeat. Thank you very much for your good attention.
(Original)
Estuvimos el fin de semana pasado y compramos paletillas, chorizo, lomo y queso. Todo espectacular. La señorita que está en la tienda nos asesoró en todo momento, muy amable y profesional. Productos altamente recomendables. Sin lugar a dudas que repetiremos. Muchas gracias por vuestra buena atención.
Papote Pvtospikenometoca — Google review
(Translated by Google) We went with certain doubts, we purchased a ham to give as a gift and the result has been unbeatable. Elena attended to us, with great kindness and showing that she knew what she was doing. Your choice couldn't have been better. What ham! Exact point of curing, perfect salt and well cut, it melts in the mouth. They have gained a client.
(Original)
Acudimos con ciertas dudas, adquirimos un jamón para regalar y el resultado ha sido inmejorable. Nos atendió Elena, con gran amabilidad y demostrando que sabía lo que hacía. Su elección, no pudo ser mejor. Qué jamón!. Punto exacto de curación, perfecto de sal y bien cortado, se deshace en boca. Han ganado un cliente.
Cervigon — Google review
(Translated by Google) We did the tour this morning and we had a great time. Elena has treated us wonderfully, she has answered all our questions perfectly and taught us a lot of things. Thanks a lot.
(Original)
Hemos hecho el tour esta mañana y lo hemos pasado muy bien. Elena nos ha atendido de maravilla, nos ha resuelto todas las dudas perfectamente y nos ha enseñado un montón de cosas. Mucha gracias.
Joaquín Benítez de Soto — Google review
(Translated by Google) I have made a tasting visit to the factory and it has been a very enriching experience. We have learned a lot about the production of Iberian ham and we have had the opportunity to try some of the most exquisite products from this factory. The treatment has been wonderful. A highly recommended visit and top quality Iberian products.
(Original)
He hecho una visita con degustación a la fábrica y ha sido una experiencia muy enriquecedora. Hemos aprendido mucho sobre la elaboración del jamón ibérico y hemos tenido la oportunidad de probar algunos de los productos más exquisitos de esta fábrica. El trato ha sido maravilloso. Una visita muy recomendable y unos productos ibéricos de primera calidad.
Carlos Rubio — Google review
(Translated by Google) We were looking for a sausage factory, we came from outside and it told us that it was open and we went there. The truth is that quality and price are very good. There were two women, and the truth is that they were super nice, very pleasant and we left there very happy. We also tried the. Iberian ham and loin and it was delicious. We will go again.
(Original)
Andamos buscando una fábrica de embutidos, venimos de fuera y nos indicaba que estaba abierto y fuimos allí. La verdad que calidad y precio muy bien. Había dos mujeres, y la verdad que super simpáticas, muy agradables y nos fuimos de allí muy contento. También probamos el. Jamón y el lomo ibérico y estaba delicioso. Volveremos a ir.
Elixabet Hernández — Google review
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Pol. Ind. Agroalimentario - Sierra de Herrero, Parc.17, 37770 Guijuelo, Salamanca, Spain