A first row seat for a travel in a time. The travel happens at Train Spot Guesthouse , placed in a historical Marvão/Beirã train station, which was built in 19th century and is classified as a architectural heritage. Here all the travelers that are young in heart can live out an experience of dreaming and waking up in an industrial era train station, surrounded by Serra de S. Mamede natural park, in direct touch with the raiana culture, just one step aside from Portugal and Spain border.

The home Nest Nature Valley Houses in the village of Ferraria de São João shale, arose from the reconstruction of an old 19TH century country house. Tried to keep the rustic nature that already existed but was not stopped in time, always trying to offer guests the utmost modernity as possible. Hiking, climbing, caving, paragliding and biking are just some of the activities you can practice in this village of shale, but the surrounding nature invites you to chill out, relax and take a few rides a donkey.

Quinta do Covanco, Fifth Centenary of the historic County of Alenquer, is characterized by a rural architectural style, derived from agricultural activities carried out in the past, in particular the cultivation of the vine. In the West, a region of extensive vineyards and hills crowned by Mills and between a coastline with extensive beaches and the beauty of the river Tagus, is the town of Alenquer, best known for Village Nativity. Guests, in addition to the quiet and family atmosphere that country life is also allows possibility to enjoy good home-cooked meals.

Of the castle complex, the Keep stands out – almost 40 meters high – dating from the time of King Dinis, made of marble, with a twin window and a machicolated balcony surrounding it. A masterpiece of military architecture, the Tower of Beja has great historical and monumental value. Of the defensive constructions of Roman origin, only the arch of the Porta da Vila (Town Gate) and the arch of the Porta de Évora (Évora Gate) remain. The Porta da Moura (Moorish Gate) is the only vestige of the medieval fortification.

The castle was rebuilt by King Dinis in 1310 and underwent restoration work in the 18th century. Of the old fortification, situated atop a hill, only some sections of the wall and towers remain, in addition to the 17th-century fortifications, with escarpments, parapets, and ravelins, built during the Restoration War. The Church of Our Lady of Grace stands out, with its gable façade, framed straight lintel portal, and oculus. This castle is a characteristic example of the border fortresses of lowland regions, with a bastioned system determined by pyrotechnic artillery.

This urban ensemble denotes the medieval character of this village. It is entirely surrounded by walls and has an urban structure that extends from the citadel, entrances, and parade grounds. Of the six gates and posterns cut into the walls, the Porta da Vila stands out, with its chapel oratory, balcony, and attached staircase, all covered in tiles. Built in the 16th century, the palace is a Manueline building located in the north wing of the castle. By the 17th century, the castle was already damaged, a situation exacerbated by the 1755 earthquake, and it was subsequently rebuilt.

Close to the Quartel das Esquadras, the Town Hall of Almeida operates in a historic and emblematic building, dating from the 18th century and which previously housed the Former Body of the Main Guard. With a Neoclassical style, it is the last military building built from scratch for military purposes in Almeida. On the main façade, the three arches framed by pilasters stand out, as well as the triangular pediment, which integrates the royal arms. These show the shield surrounded by acanthus and baroque shells, supported by warlike elements.

This 18th-century building is notable for its magnificent Baroque portal on the exterior, topped by the national coat of arms of King John V. The simplicity of the facade contrasts with the profuse decoration of the interior, where the ceilings, painted by Lisbon artists António Simões and Vicente Nunes, and a huge canvas depicting King John V, executed around 1730 by Domenico Duprá, stand out. This library holds approximately 300,000 works, dating from the 12th to the 19th centuries, with an emphasis on law, philosophy, and theology.

Small temple built in the 16th century that underwent profound changes in the 18th century, featuring baroque interior decoration. With just one nave, the ceiling is covered with coffers with golden frames, painted with biblical motifs from the Old Testament. It is worth highlighting the fact that it preserves an image from the 16th century. The two polychromatic carved altarpieces and the walls of the chancel covered with tiles from the 17th/18th centuries deserve attention. It stands out for the quantity and quality of the baroque decoration inside.

In Avenida dos Aliados, overlooking the town, is located the Boulevard, consisting of two floors. The first works as charming café and bar with live music and record diverse musical, passing by the chill out, jazz and fado. Organises thematic days with focus on Premium products do Douro (wines and port wines) and other beverages (whisky and gin Club) with snacks and tapas. On the second floor, a multifunctional club area, allowing catering dinners, business meetings, meeting points, concerts, among others.