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Sao Pedro do Corval (São Pedro do Corval in Portuguese) is the prime land of Alentejo pottery. This welcoming parish in the heart of the Évora district is only a 5-minute drive from the beautiful Monsaraz Castle (a must visit!). This pottery village is known across the country for a tradition that goes back centuries, and it is the best place in Portugal to see …

Deciding what to do in Alentejo will be easier after you read about the activities we suggest. A visit to Alentejo shouldn’t be simply a tourism trip to its main monuments. You have most certainly discovered this page “What to visit in Alentejo | Activities in Alentejo, Portugal” because you wish to visit the region and leave with your “batteries recharged” and a new soul …

To visit the Alentejo means discovering sensations, meeting people, feeling each moment slowly enjoying the light breeze, the local food on the plate and the wine in the glass, a conversation with hospitable people. In addition, to visit the Alentejo is all about discovering the traditions of handicrafts and festivities. But all these experiences always have a scenery. Whether in the vast historical heritage locations …

Alqueva dam, the largest artificial lake in Europe, a vast mass of water reaching as far as the eye can see, surrounded by an enviable natural landscape. Small islets, small pieces of land that become a dream in something bigger. People in Portugal, specially in the south, are truly proud of Alqueva’s tranquility, colour and, most of all, its beauty and life. “Alqueva” is a …

Redondo village saw its foundation, according to what people say, linked to the legendary title “Penedo Redondo” (“Round Rock”), which existed on the original medieval wall. Yes, Redondo, Portugal. Have you heard of it? So, Redondo is Alentejo, it is a village of humble, friendly people. Redondo is tradition and hospitality. White small villages with houses of a cheerful colour skirting. Like so many other …

The picturesque and delightful Evoramonte (or Evora Monte) parish is located between the beautiful cities of Evora and Estremoz. Once of big geographical and military importance, this Alentejo village with walls which still protect its residentes on the mountain top feels like an old warrior who patiently waits visitors. With numerous stories to tell them. Evoramonte – the history Clearly divided in two very distinct …

Wine tours in Alentejo are, without a doubt, one of the most rewarding experiences you can add to your itinerary when exploring this sun-drenched region of Portugal. Rolling vineyards stretch as far as the eye can see, framed by ancient cork oaks and whitewashed villages that seem untouched by time. It’s no surprise that wine lovers from all over the world plan their trips around a wine tour …

Going on the Megalithic Tour in Evora, a visit to the megalithic monuments in this region, means to go back thousands of years in time. In Evora district there are more than 10 megalithic sites, making this fenomenal testimony of prehistory in Alentejo one of the most important in the Iberian Peninsula and Europe altogether. These prehistoric monuments go back to the Neolithic period (5500-4500 …