Ponte de Sor

With an area that exceeds 800 square kilometers, Ponte de Sor is the largest municipality in the Portalegre district. The town's toponym is due to the construction of a Roman bridge over the River Sor which, together with the Montargil reservoir, constitute the main water resources, fundamental for the municipality's agriculture. Currently, with great commercial and industrial activity, it is a reference for the global cork industry. Vases, safes and benches are some of the products designed in the region due to the abundance of this raw material. The main typical dishes of the local cuisine are fish soup, bean soup with fried “jaquinzinhos”, grilled largemouth bass, hare with white beans, lamb stew, Alentejo bread, "gazpacho" and "sarrabulho".

What to do in Ponte de Sor

Marginal de Ponte de Sor

Ponte de Sor

Space with modern architecture, designed so that people can stroll along the Sor river and admire the surrounding landscape. In some parts of the garden area there are tables and benches.

Barragem de Montargil

Ponte de Sor

Earthen dam located in Ribeira de Sor, an area with large cork oak forests. It was built to irrigate the fields of the Sorraia Valley. The reservoir, with a length of almost 20 km, extends from the vicinity of Ponte de Sor to close to the village of Montargil. Due to the large number of visitors to the site, a …

Oásis - Parque Aquático Galveias

Ponte de Sor

Water entertainment space, with recent and modern infrastructure, perfect for spending a relaxed day. It has grassy areas and other wooded areas, as well as showers and lighting.

Edifício do Hospital da Misericórdia de Ponte de Sor

Ponte de Sor

Hospital belonging to Misericórdia, opened in 1936, after being offered by Ana Nogueira Vaz Monteiro and José Vaz Monteiro. The geometric shapes are evident. It consists of two infirmaries and other divisions typical of this type of construction, as well …

Igreja da Misericórdia de Montargil

Ponte de Sor

16th century religious monument composed of a nave, high choir, chancel, sacristy and a room used as a doctor's office. The mortuary chapel serves as an infirmary and has an autopsy room. Also, noteworthy are the Mannerist portal and the …

Praia Fluvial do Monte da Barragem

Ponte de Sor

River beach integrated into the Montargil Dam reservoir, with waters from the Sor river. This place stands out for the variety of water sports it offers.

Parque da Marginal de Ponte de Sor

Ponte de Sor

Perfect area to enjoy great shade, fresh air and practice sports, as it has a tennis court and, in summer, an outdoor swimming pool. It also has a children's playground.

Centro Equestre da Herdade da Sanguinheira

Ponte de Sor

Equestrian center belonging to Herdade da Sanguinheira that benefits from spacious grounds and great tranquility so that a horse ride is a moment of leisure and pleasure.

Piscinas Municipais de Ponte de Sor

Ponte de Sor

Set of well-equipped indoor swimming pools, which guarantee the practice of various sporting activities derived from swimming.

Jardim do Campo da Restauração

Ponte de Sor

Large, very attractive garden, with diverse spaces and trees. In one part there are traditional garden benches and flowerbeds, in another there is a grassy part, with few trees, marble benches and ramps for practicing extreme sports.

Mini-golfe de Ponte de Sor

Ponte de Sor

Mini golf course located close to the municipal stadium, with some trees, benches and spaces where you can practice this sport.

Capela da Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Galveias

Ponte de Sor

Monument rebuilt in the 18th century, whose interior features a single nave. Above the main door there is an interrupted pediment overlapped by a window with, at the top, the coat of arms of Portugal. The side chapel of Nossa …

Centro de Artes e Cultura de Ponte de Sor

Ponte de Sor

Center located in the old rice husking factory that has a permanent collection of art donated by António Prates and other regular exhibitions.

Anfiteatro Municipal de Ponte de Sor

Ponte de Sor

Open-air amphitheater, with great infrastructure, which usually hosts cultural events.

Paços do Concelho e Cadeia de Ponte de Sor

Ponte de Sor

Civil, political, judicial and administrative building, built at the end of the 19th century, in addition to having already functioned as a court and prison. Currently, it houses the municipal library.

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Where to eat in Ponte de Sor

O Padeiro
Portuguese
12.00 €

Simple Portuguese food restaurant whose specialties open the appetite: Octopus to the mill owner, c…

Olivença
Portuguese
15.00 €

Restaurant with family atmosphere, proposing various delicacies of Portuguese cuisine and excellent…

Quadrifonia
Portuguese
12.00 €

Restaurant with a very appealing presentation, ideal for getting to know a little more of the regio…

Where to sleep in Ponte de Sor

NAU Lago Montargil & Villas

5 star

Located in the middle of Alentejo landscape, this is a modern hotel with a fantastic location on the dam of Montargil. A charming retreat with the most modern …