Aljustrel

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The municipality of Aljustrel, characterized by its vast plains, is bordered to the north by Ferreira do Alentejo and to the south by Ourique and Castro Verde. The region's soil is rich in minerals such as copper, arsenic, and sulfur, meaning mining, along with agriculture, played a crucial role in its economic development. The heritage of mining history, particularly the Compressors Museum and the Algares Mine, is worth a visit. Rural, environmental, and cultural tourism is growing as a way to diversify and enhance the region's tourism offerings.

What to do in Aljustrel

Museu Municipal de Arqueologia de Aljustrel

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This museum houses part of the local archaeological and ethnographic remains discovered after approximately a century of research. Artifacts used by the various peoples who have passed through here, from the most remote periods to the present day, are on display.

Albufeira do Roxo

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Integrated into the Sado Basin (Ribeira do Roxo), it has piers, anchorages, and access ramps. It allows for the practice of sports with special needs. Located in a flat landscape, it is a favorable location for birdwatching, particularly ducks, raptors, and waders.

Castelo de Aljustrel e Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Castelo / Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Castelo

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It's the most emblematic spot in the village of Aljustrel. The chapel, with its grand staircase, is used for pilgrimages. It features both Baroque and folk architecture. Some sections of the castle still remain.

Torre do Relógio de Messejana

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Tower with baroque, popular and vernacular architecture.

Museu Municipal de Aljustrel - Núcleo Central de Compressores

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The former Compressor Center of the Algares Mine, now a museum. The building was constructed in the 1950s, and the compressed air plant began operating in 1952. In the early 1990s, it was decommissioned, leaving only the Compressor Center in …

Moinho de Malpique / Moinho do Maralhas

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A well-preserved mill worth visiting. It's located south of the town center, off a dirt road. It offers great views of the entire village.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Assunção

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The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, with its Baroque architecture and longitudinal layout, features two bell towers and continues to be one of the main attractions of the village of Messejana.

Igreja da Misericórdia de Aljustrel

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Chapel with Mannerist and Rococo architecture. The style is typical of Misericórdia churches in the Mannerist period. The altarpiece and chancel decoration feature mortar elements.

Jardim 25 de Abril

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The 25 de Abril Garden features a playground, flowerbeds, and lush, varied vegetation. It's a pleasant and refreshing place to enjoy leisure time.

Pelourinho de Messejana

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A four-step pillory in Manueline style. The capital is decorated with twists and hemispheres, and topped with a spire and an iron cross. It stands in a small square in the village, near the Misericórdia Church and the Clock Tower.

Igreja Matriz de Ervidel

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Chapel featuring stonework from the Manueline period. The nave, elevations, and tower are from the Baroque period. The altarpieces are Rococo in style.

Museu Municipal de Aljustrel - Núcleo Rural de Ervidel

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This museum is located in the premises of a former olive mill. The exhibits come from donations and collections made in the municipality of Aljustrel, as well as the acquisition of an ethnographic collection amassed by a farmer from Ervidel.

Museu Etnográfico da Messejana

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The museum features a room that recreates the office of Soares Victor, an illustrious native of the region, and the pitchers used by Francisco Manuel Bartolomeu, the last water carrier of Messejana. It also features reconstructions of parts of typical …

Miradouro Nossa Senhora do Castelo

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Viewpoint that reveals the Alentejo plains.

Miradouro do Moinho de Malpique

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The Mirante do Moinho de Malpique is a place with privileged views of the houses, vegetation and neighboring hills.

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Where to eat in Aljustrel

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Where to sleep in Aljustrel

Hotel Villa Aljustrel
Hotel Villa Aljustrel

3 star

In the village of Aljustrel, Alentejo, was installed, in 2013, the Hotel Villa Aljustrel, a four storey building architected by Carlos Ganhão. The strokes are …

Residencial São Pedro
Residencial São Pedro

Accommodation that offers 19 rooms.

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