Abrantes
Abrantes is one of the largest counties in the country. It Is located at the junction of the regions of Ribatejo, Beira Baixa and Alentejo, featuring an extremely varied landscape. To the North, extensive pine forests and the albufeira of Castelo de Bode, to the South the lezíria do Tejo and the typical Alentejo landscape. The name Abrantes probably derives from Aurantes, due to the amount of gold that was taken from the river sands. It is often called "Flower City", largely because of the festivities in which its inhabitants adorn the streets with flowers. The city of Abrantes is a commercial and industrial hub of the fertile agricultural region. It has metallurgical and metalworking industry. In gastronomy, especially the famous "Palha de Abrantes" and the tigeladas stand out.
Where to eat in Abrantes
Portuguese
15.00 €
A rather pleasant space, already awarded a prize in the National Gastronomy Contest, with well prep…
Portuguese
12.00 €
A 30 years old restaurant, located at the city centre, that serves well prepared regional dishes. G…
Fast food, Italian
7.00 €
Fast food restaurant specializing in pizzas and other Italian dishes. Has the peculiarity of being …
International, Portuguese
15.00 €
Modern and pleasant space, oversized, serving dishes from the kitchen made the Ribatejo precept, af…
What to do in Abrantes
Where to sleep in Abrantes
O Monte da Várzea, em Alvega, rodadeado por 105 hectares de férteis terras junto ao Tejo, é um espaço de conforto, lazer e qualidade de vida, que proporciona r…
2 star
Typical House of recent construction, with family atmosphere and attentive service, featuring simple yet functional rooms 19.
Travel Guide
Up to date tourist information about the city's top attractions
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From the Serra da Estrela area to the districts of Santarém and Portalegre are beautiful freshwater beaches.
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