Arganil
Belonging to the district of Coimbra, Arganil's integration into the Central Mountain Range gives it rugged terrain, a fact that justifies the existence of numerous natural charms that attract tourists, with tourism being one of the municipality's main activities, alongside some industries. Handicrafts have persisted, so it is possible to find artisans producing typical regional items: wooden spoons, schist houses and nativity scenes, basketry, some cheeses and sausages. For lovers of good food, Arganil has authentic delicacies. The kid goat Côja style, the stuffed tripe, the meat pie from the Convent of Folques, the chanfana (a goat stew) and the "torresmos" (pork crackling) represent the meat dishes; in the fish market, the trout from Alva is a popular choice. Finally, there is the "tigelada" and the "nabada" (a type of sweet) from the Monastery of Folques.
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Where to eat in Arganil
Portuguese, Regional
6.50 €
Tasquinha Regional restaurant in Arganil, sits in the middle of the village and keeps the original …
Portuguese
12.00 €
A rustic restaurant located in a typical village and attended mostly by tourists. It serves regiona…
Portuguese
15.00 €
The 420 meters above sea level, with the town of Arganil in the horizon, the MontAlto's honors in t…
Portuguese
15.00 €
Rustic restaurant in a House entirely built in schist. Serves good food serrana, as the chanfana, b…
Portuguese
12.00 €
This rustic restaurant was born from an old oil press. It has a large dining room and a pleasant te…
Where to sleep in Arganil
4 star
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