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 …

This typical quarter was once one of the most cosmopolitan of lisbon. Placed between the castle and the river, Alfama is an historical quarter that makes us go back to the time of the portuguese discoveries. Its typical buildings prevail over the hearthquake of 1755, leaving the façades intact. Experience the unique atmosphere of life in the neighborhood, with its small stores and taberns, finding your way through the..net of streets and…Because it is an area with a big declive, the best choice is to make the tour up to down.Places to visit: Casa dos Bicos; Saint Jorge's castle; Sé; …

In the Serra de São Mamede Natural Park, in a 2-hectare farm populated by fruit trees, Oaks and cork oaks, with the walls and the medieval centre Marvão in the background, the House of Blackberries is a beautiful place to enjoy. The location combine with comfortable rooms, indoor and outdoor equipment-where there is no lack of the swimming pool, a solarium, a barbecue area and a wood-fired oven-, quiet and also a panoply of outdoor activities (upon appointment) ranging from abseiling to the slide and to hiking, horseback riding, wagon rides or balloon. For children there is a special session …

The origin of this shrine dates back to the early 19TH century when it was erected in the place of Sandhu, a cruise dedicated to Bom Jesus do Monte Lord of Lost. For meeting along the way spent many Mule drivers that ensured the trade route between Ribeira de Oura and the zone of Barroso, faced with the difficulties of the path and afraid of being attacked by beasts or thieves, many resorted to divine protection. Grew the faith and with her teeth, to such an extent that in 1821 began the construction of the Church of Senhor do Monte …

Cave graves set divided into two groups and located in granite outcrops in the area surrounding the shrine of the Lady of Nativity, near the place where stood a Roman settlement. The first set consists of two rectangular anthropomorphic graves, located some 50 metres west of the Chapel, with the curve of the shoulders protruding well, arched headboard and the feet are not highlighted. The first has a maximum width of 0.43 meters and length of 1.83 metres. The second presents approximately 0.52 m wide and is partially severed, if not accurately identifies the length. The second group is made …

The Serra do Açor, along with the Serra da Estrela and the Serra da Lousã, forms the group of mountain ranges that practically divide Portugal in half. Partly covered by pine forests, the mountain range, located within the municipality of Arganil, hides details of rare beauty. The Mata da Margaraça is an example of this scenic beauty, constituting one of the rare examples of natural vegetation on the schist slopes of the country's center. Species such as chestnut, oak, laurel, and some holly and laurel trees make up the flora of this protected landscape area. In terms of fauna, we …

Located next to the original home of Portuguese sparkling wine, where Engineer Tavares da Silva conducted the first studies for the production of sparkling wines in Portugal, the Bairrada Wine Museum, in addition to the permanent exhibition "Wine Routes" and temporary exhibitions of contemporary art created specifically for the space, displays what is considered the world's largest sparkling wine glass (a sculpture 2.60 meters high by Rogério Timóteo and weighing over half a ton). It also exhibits other curiosities such as the largest Portuguese collection of corkscrews (one of the 50 most important in the world, certified by an International …

Access to this fajã, located between Fajã de São João and Fajã do Ginjal, is via a narrow path, where you can enjoy fantastic views. However, this route is only accessible on foot, by donkey, or on horseback. The several houses here are now inhabited only on weekends. The land is used for agricultural purposes, primarily for growing yams and vineyards.

This location, at around 600 meters above sea level, allows a 360º view over a vast area, including Serra da Lousã and Serra da Estrela. This center, located approximately 2.7 kilometers from Vila de Rei, marks the center of the country. Here you can also find a small museum with an auditorium, bar and souvenir shop.

During this walk a visit is recommended to the following places: the gothic Church of Castelo (Castle/Saint Maria of Anunciação), the belevedere of the Alto do Cruzeiro, with views of Lourinhã and Areia Branca, the Convent of Saint António, the Museum of Lourinhã, the Monument to the Battle of Vimeiro, the Beach of Porto Dinheiro, the shellfish beds of the shellfish house Frutos do Mar and the ruins of the Paimogo Fortress.