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Miradouro Sacadura Cabral
- country
- leisure
Praça Sacadura Cabral
6360-327, Celorico da Beira
A place offering beautiful panoramic views over Celorico da Beira.
Linhares da Beira
- country
- heritage
Linhares da Beira
6360-080, Celorico da Beira
The village is located at an altitude of approximately 800 meters, at the foot of the Serra da Estrela mountain range, and its origins date back to 850 BC, during the occupation by the Turduli. Later, it was crossed by the Roman road that connected Emerita to Braga. Traces of sections of the Roman road and forum are still visible. The castle, a national monument, was built in 1291 during the reign of King Dinis and features two towers. In the parish church, erected in the 12th century, there are three paintings attributed to Grão Vasco, considered the landmark of …
Lagoa de Melides
- beach
- country
Lagoa de Melides
7570, Melides
Located by the beach, the Melides Lagoon spreads inland through several miles of rice fields and has a sand cliff to the north. It is a quiet and peaceful place, located about 200 metres away from the shoreline. Several species of birds inhabit it, namely the little egret, the purple heron and the sandwich tern. There is a camping nearby.
Miradouro do Castelo de Évora Monte
- country
- leisure
Rua da Convenção
7100, Estremoz
Situated at an altitude of 474 meters, Évora Monte Castle offers a beautiful view of the Alentejo plains. To the north, one can glimpse the Serra de São Mamede. To the south, the landscape is dominated by the houses of Évora and the Serra de Mendro. Further east, the verdant eucalyptus forest of Serra da Ossa paints the Alentejo landscape.
Lago da Mata do Bussaco
- beach
- country
Mata do Bussaco
3050, Luso
A large lake, ideal for romantic seagull rides, nestled in the Bussaco Forest.
Jardim da Pampilhosa
- country
- leisure
Rua da Estação
3050, Mealhada
Pleasant garden with a lake, ideal for a relaxing stroll.
Miradouro da Cruz Alta
- country
- leisure
Luso
3050, Mealhada
The views from here are breathtaking. They stretch from the Atlantic Ocean (to the west), to the Serra da Estrela (southeast), and past the Serra do Caramulo (northeast). The Buçaco National Forest stands out in the landscape.
Miradouro do Moinho de Sula
- country
- leisure
Rua do Moinho
3050, Mealhada
A space with excellent views of the surrounding area, chosen by English General Crawford in 1810 to establish his command post during the Battle of Bussaco.
Mata Nacional do Bussaco
- country
- leisure
Bussaco
3050-261, Luso
In a landscape of singular beauty, in the heart of the municipality of Mealhada, stands a truly monumental garden, captivated by the richness of the place, considered by many to be unique in the world, where the colors of nature and the rays of sunlight piercing the trees blend in the prevailing silence - the Bussaco National Forest. Commissioned by the Order of Discalced Carmelites in the 17th century, in seclusion and contemplation for over 200 years, the space impresses with the number of plant species it houses, over 700, from all over the world, such as firs, sequoias, limes, …
Lago do Parque do Luso
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- country
Parque do Luso
3050, Luso
A bucolic lake, inhabited by a few ducks, is part of the Luso spa resort. Its gardens invite you to stroll along the shore for two.