Caldas da Rainha
This is one of the urban centers of Oeste region that met one of the greatest developments in recent decades, logging more than 50 thousand inhabitants in 2008. Subdivided into 16 parishes, the municipality is bordered to the north by Alcobaça, to the east by Rio Maior, to the south by Cadaval and to the west by Bombarral and Óbidos. Caldas da Rainha reached the village status in 1511, but the municipality was only created in 1821. It was during the 19th century that the village watched its greatest splendor with the increasing recognition of the thermal baths and spas, thereby being frequented by the wealthy classes who sought after the sulfurous water treatments. The visitors were from early on attracted by the architecture of the spa with its British style, from which the greatest achievement is the Thermal Hospital. A building from 1485, sponsored by D. João II's wife, Queen D. Leonor. It is considered one of the first works of what would later be called "Manueline Style". Another icon of Caldas da Rainha is its pottery. The phallic-like dinnerware pieces are well known and can be traced back to the reign of D. Luís, who used them when inviting friends over to his residence. But also the more traditional pottery is very recognized in this region. This activity is documented since 1488 and took a qualitative leap in the past two centuries, being one of the most creative sectors of the recent Portuguese art.
What to do in Caldas da Rainha
Where to eat in Caldas da Rainha
Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian
35.00 €
The genuine Italian cuisine in a pleasant space. Irreprocheable service. Good wine list.
Portuguese, Regional
20.00 €
Who enters the restaurant Adega do Albertino realizes that is within an ancient wine cellar, a cons…
Portuguese, Regional
15.00 €
Restaurant with more than twenty years of experience, to offer a rustic and cosy décor where equest…
Contemporary, Portuguese
20.00 €
Lovers of pleasures of the good table are distinguished in this space a privileged place to taste d…
Greek, International, Mediterranean
15.00 €
Restaurant in broad beach of Foz do Arelho, with a unique view in a wonderful location, with a rela…
Portuguese, Regional
12.00 €
A restaurant that has traditional cuisine and specializes in roast sucking pig and sucking pig "cab…
Greek, Mediterranean, Portuguese
20.00 €
A rustic and simple space with a fine service that serves traditional Portuguese dishes. One of its…
Portuguese, Seafood restaurant
15.00 €
A rustic space with a varied menu, namely of shellfish dishes. It has fresh fish, renewed daily. Ef…
Where to sleep in Caldas da Rainha
4 star
Located in the centre of Caldas da Rainha, a short distance from Óbidos, the new SANA Silver Coast Hotel offers a privileged location, in the centre of Portuga…
Accommodation located in the rural village of Infantes near the city of Caldas da Rainha, ideal for those who enjoy comfort, tranquility and personalized servi…
3 star
The Caldas Internacional Hotel in Caldas da Rainha, in the West region and recently refurbished, offers inviting and cosy spaces that provide the maximum comfo…
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