Alto Alentejo
The region
Between Crato and Nisa, the Alto Alentejo unfolds in plain and cork-oak country, with castle villages, old thermal spas and the Tagus close by. Here we bring together what is worth visiting from our houses. At the table, migas and lamb stew, Nisa cheese and convent sweets.
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Parque Natural do Tejo Internacional
Nisa
The Tagus valley on the border, with birdwatching: vultures and black storks.
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Portas de Ródão
Vila Velha de Ródão
A natural monument: the Tagus gorge between quartzite cliffs.
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Parque Natural da Serra de São Mamede
Portalegre · Castelo de Vide · Marvão
The mountain range rising above 1,000 metres between Portalegre, Castelo de Vide and Marvão. Trails, viewpoints and granite villages.