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Mosteiro de São Bernardo
- heritage
Avenida George Robinson
7300-070, Portalegre
Built in 1530, the temple underwent several alterations, mainly during the 18th century. From the original design, it retains the giants that support the main chapel. It features a round-arched portico with cherubs. Inside, one can see the tomb of Jorge Melo, dating from 1540, one of the most sumptuous in Portugal.
Casa-Museu José Régio
- heritage
Rua José Régio
7300-024, Portalegre
The house where José Régio lived for 34 years, enrolled at the Mouzinho da Silveira High School in Portalegre. It began as a boarding house and was gradually acquired by the poet until he became the only guest. Here, you can admire some of the pieces the poet collected throughout his life. Among the collections, religious art sculptures and regional crafts stand out.
Sé de Portalegre
- heritage
Largo do Município
7300-110, Portalegre
Built in the 16th century, it underwent profound changes, particularly to the exterior, during the 18th century. The altarpieces, dating from the 16th and 17th centuries, form the largest collection of Mannerist paintings in Portugal. The cloister, dating from the 18th century, is a highlight.
Museu da Tapeçaria de Portalegre Guy Fino
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Rua da Figueira, 9
7300-231, Portalegre
A museum dedicated to the presentation, conservation, and study of the Portalegre Tapestries. The name Guy Fino honors the person who actively contributed to Portugal's inclusion among the world's leading tapestry producers. On the ground floor, you can learn about the history of the Portalegre Tapestries manufacturing process and their technical execution techniques; on the upper floor, you'll find exclusive tapestry works presented chronologically.
Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Penha
- heritage
Alto de São Tomé
7300-051, Portalegre
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Penha features a 17th-century Baroque chapel, consisting of a single nave, a chancel, and a bell tower. Inside, the frescoes are a highlight.
Porta da Devesa
- heritage
Rua 5 de Outubro
7300, Portalegre
The Porta da Devesa dates back to the 13th and 14th centuries and forms an archway over Rua 5 de Outubro. Its name comes from the fact that it separated the town proper from the fertile countryside that followed it at the time, or even because it was the terminus of that same town.
Praia de Valmitão / Praia de Ribamar
- beach
Estrada de Valmitão
2530, Ribamar
The beach is located in a small rocky valley covered in undergrowth. Beachgoers can rent tents, and hikers can climb a cliff and enjoy magnificent sea views.
Praia de Vale de Frades
- beach
Praia de Vale de Frades
2530, Lourinhã
A very rocky beach surrounded by cliffs of rare beauty, it's mainly visited by sport fishermen. There's a small tavern here serving traditional dishes at affordable prices.
Parque Natural Fonte Lima
- country
- leisure
Fonte Lima
2530, Lourinhã
Park with a 10,000 m² green area, offering a range of facilities such as a picnic area, playground, café, access for people with reduced mobility, and restrooms.
Adega Cooperativa da Lourinhã
- leisure
Avenida Moçambique
2530-111, Lourinhã
The "Lourinhã" DOC Brandy is produced in the only demarcated region for brandy in Portugal: the Demarcated Region of Wine Brandies in Portugal. The recommended grape varieties are Alicante, Alvadurão, Broal Espinho, Marquinhas, Malvásia Rei (Seminário), and Tália, and the red Cabinda. Once the grapes are harvested and crushed, the wines to be distilled are produced in wineries registered with the CVRL (National Council of Rural Development). The maximum alcohol content by natural volume cannot exceed 10%, without the addition of artificial preservatives. Distillation can be carried out using a continuous system in a copper column, or a discontinuous system …