Montemor-o-Velho

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Montemor-o-Velho is located in the center of Portugal, in a region that has been populated since ancient times. Archaeological remains are visible in various parts of the municipality, with emphasis on the village of Santa Olaia. The Paul de Arzila and Paul do Taipal Nature Reserves are worth a careful look as they offer the possibility of observing several animal species, especially the birds that breed here. The typical gastronomy of Montemor includes lamprey rice, "papas laberças", Mondego-style duck or cabidela rice. Conventual sweets, very typical here region, include "papos-de-anjo", "papos-de-anjo" and Pereira's "queijadas", pastries from Tentúgal, rice pudding and Montemor "espigas doces".

What to do in Montemor-o-Velho

Castelo de Montemor-o-Velho

Montemor-o-Velho

The castle is the largest medieval fortress on the Mondego line and one of the largest in the country. Its current appearance is due to a complete renovation carried out in 1331. At this time, a Palace was built for the princesses, a building that was successively transformed until the Manueline period, the date of the last known renovation. The …

Convento de Nossa Senhora dos Anjos

Montemor-o-Velho

Temple belonging to the former convent of the Friars Ermitas de Santo Agostinho. The vault of the main chapel, the windows and the tomb of Diogo Azambuja, testify to the Manueline origins of this church. The façade, of great architectural simplicity, is part of the proto-baroque style.

Pastéis de Tentúgal

Montemor-o-Velho

The original recipe for "Pastéis de Tentúgal", once known as puff sticks, belonged to the Convent of Nossa Senhora da Natividade (Carmelo de Tentúgal). Later, after the closure of the Convent, the recipe and secret of making this sweet were taught to Dona Maria da Conceição Faria. Since then, production has grown, maintaining the same characteristics of the original recipe. …

Parque Zoológico Europaradise

Montemor-o-Velho

Park opened in 1998, in a space measuring around four kilometers, where you can observe 250 species of animals in conditions close to their natural habitats. It is a unique park of its kind, in which, through a relaxing walk …

Torre do Relógio de Tentúgal

Montemor-o-Velho

Tower of medieval origin, probably built in the 15th century. On the ground floor, the highlight is a door with a broken arch, with chamfered edges in a triangle.

Igreja de São Martinho / Igreja Matriz de Montemor-o-Velho

Montemor-o-Velho

Gothic and Mannerist building, probably dating from the 12th century. It consists of a single nave and a rectangular chancel with a square bell tower.

Museu LACAM

Montemor-o-Velho

This space displays a variety of objects linked to the lives of the populations of this parish, namely natural and ethnographic heritage assets. It is under the responsibility of LACAM - Liga dos Amigos da Carapinheira e Amigos do Mondego, …

Piscinas Municipais de Montemor-o-Velho

Montemor-o-Velho

This space has a learning tank, a 25-meter swimming pool and rooms for a sauna, whirlpool and Turkish bath.

Centro Equestre de Montemor-o-Velho

Montemor-o-Velho

Large space with outdoor riding arenas, where you can practice horse riding.

Réplica Barcaça

Montemor-o-Velho

Replica of an old barge, made in wood.

Biblioteca Municipal de Montemor-o-Velho

Montemor-o-Velho

Library with a vast documentary collection.

Capela da Misericórdia de Montemor-o-Velho

Montemor-o-Velho

16th century temple, in popular style, renovated in the 18th century. It features, on the front, a Renaissance bas-relief of Our Lady of Mercy, a work by João de Ruão. It has tiles and a tribune from the 17th century …

Paúl do Taipal

Montemor-o-Velho

This space, together with the Arzila and Madriz marshes, represents one of the last examples of this type of wetland in the Central Region. It is divided into the swampy area itself and a surrounding area, where there are agricultural …

Igreja de Santa Maria de Alcáçova

Montemor-o-Velho

Building built in the 11th century was restored between 1490 and 1510. It features a Manueline style with a naturalistic character, already influenced by the Renaissance. Inside, with three naves, the three altarpieces stand out, the main one from the …

Teatro Esther de Carvalho

Montemor-o-Velho

Small but richly decorated theater, built at the end of the 19th century. It underwent renovation works that ended in 2003.

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Where to eat in Montemor-o-Velho

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Where to sleep in Montemor-o-Velho

Garça Real Hotel & Spa
Garça Real Hotel & Spa

4 star

O Garça Real Hotel & Spa pretende ser uma referência Portuguesa na Hotelaria, tendo o cliente como personagem principal, valorizando os colaboradores e o espaç…

Hotel Abade João
Hotel Abade João

2 star

Hotel housed in a rural location very nice, overlooking the river. It offers 14 rooms and a meeting room.

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