Alcobaça

Lagoa de Pataias

Alcobaça

Located within the National Ecological Reserve, the Pataias Lagoon is the main wetland in the municipality, and one of the main migratory points for aquatic birds. There, it is possible to observe these species through the observatory, and also discover …

Parque dos Monges

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Located in Quinta das Freiras, the Parque dos Monges (Monks' Park) comprises a range of facilities and activities designed to provide visitors with a unique experience recreating the way of life of the monks of the Cistercian Order. Covering an …

Museu Raúl da Bernarda

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After more than a century of activity, the Raul da Bernarda company decided to open the museum's doors to the public in 2000, on its own initiative, making it possible, since then, to learn about the history of the oldest …

Museu do Vinho de Alcobaça

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The former wine cellar (Adega do Olival Fechado, existing since the late 19th century), which in 1966 gave way to the museum. Here you can learn about the history of wine and appreciate the exhibition of agricultural implements, machines and …

Miradouro de São Martinho do Porto

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From this elevation, it is possible to see the entire bay of São Martinho do Porto, a geographical feature that, due to its perfect shell shape, is unique in the country and in Europe. It has three kilometers of sand …

Castelo de Alcobaça

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Located on a rise of about 70 meters, west of the monastery, Alcobaça Castle was commissioned by King Afonso Henriques in 1147, on the presumed ruins of a 6th-century fortification. Destroyed several times during the Reconquista, King Sancho ordered its …

Estação Arqueológica de Parreitas

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The station is situated in the hills of Bárrio and next to the old Pederneira Lagoon. It bears witness to human occupation spanning from the 1st to the 4th centuries, showing vestiges of tile and brick kilns. The collection from …

Cineteatro de Alcobaça

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Conceived by entrepreneur João D’Oliva Monteiro and built by Korrodi architects, the Alcobaça Cinema-Theatre was inaugurated in 1944, and has since been a landmark not only in the cultural field but also in architecture. Currently, it has a main hall …

Ermida de Santa Rita / Ermida do Bom Jesus do Calvário

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A 17th-century chapel, with 17th-century architecture. Also known as the Chapel of Bom Jesus do Calvário de Cós, it has a single nave with a barrel-vaulted ceiling, a chancel, and two side floors dedicated to Saint Rita and Our Lady …

Praia de Paredes da Vitória

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Located in a valley, this beach features a small stream ideal for children. It's a popular spot, especially for campers. There are a few restaurants and nice terraces here.