Almeida

It is one of the 12 Historic Villages of Portugal, largely due to the importance it assumed in the past and the extensive architectural heritage it preserves. The municipality is located close to Spain and includes the Vilar Formoso village, the main land border in the country. It is very visited by tourists, both national and Spanish, and one of the most visited places is its enigmatic Praça-Forte, the scene of many historical battles and various recreations throughout the year. Some call it the “Estrela do Interior” due to its location and also because it has a 12-pointed star surrounding its walls. Castelo Mendo, once the county seat, is another Historic Village located in its territory. In gastronomy, dishes such as "coelho à caçador" (rabbit) or hare rice stand out.

What to do in Almeida

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Historical Villages: 12 Treasures to Discover in Portugal

Located in the countryside, these villages preserve a vast and very rich historical and patrimonial legacy. There are c…

Military Tourism: 12 locations not to be missed in Portugal

Portugal has a long tradition of castles, maritime forts and other military constructions. Discover a Military Tourism …

Where to eat in Almeida

Where to sleep in Almeida

O Revelim
O Revelim

O Revelim, localizado no coração da vila de Almeida, é um Turismo de Habitação que dispõe de cinco quartos mobilados com requinte, numa mistura de rústico com …

Hotel Fortaleza de Almeida
Hotel Fortaleza de Almeida

4 star

Located very near the border of Vilar Formoso, inside the city walls, lies this exquisite, modern building with spacious and comfortable facilities no longer P…

Bungalows de Aldeia de São Sebastião
Bungalows de Aldeia de São Sebastião

Set of fully equipped bungalows, located in the village of São Sebastião.

Near Almeida

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Fornos de Algodres


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Celorico da Beira

Celorico da Beira


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Guarda

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