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Porto de Mós is a municipality located within the protected area of ​​Serras de Aires e Candeeiros, and it is one of the few municipalities in the region that not only has not lost population in recent decades, but has also experienced slight growth. The town of Porto de Mós (created in 1305 by King Dom Dinis) is closely linked to its characteristic castle, also called the Castle of D. Fuas Roupinho. The region is known for its impressive caves, and it is in Porto de Mós that you will find the most imposing: the Santo António Cave, the Alvados Cave and, above all, the famous Mira d'Aire Caves. Discovered in 1947, they are the largest caves in Portugal and, in 2010, were classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal.

What to do in Porto de Mós

Grutas de Alvados

Porto de Mós

Discovered in 1964, they are found in the Serra de Minde, in an area where these formations are abundant. They have a gallery/chamber/well configuration. Notable features include stalactites, stalagmites, and illuminated lakes in the successive interconnected chambers.

Castelo de Porto de Mós

Porto de Mós

The castle's floor plan is an irregular pentagon. It features a thick wall reinforced at each corner by a tower. Four of the five towers have been restored. The main façade is pierced by a semicircular arch, which provides access, through a vaulted opening, to the entrance door, with a segmental arch inside. On the second floor, there is a …

Grutas de Mira d'Aire

Porto de Mós

Discovered in 1947, these are the largest caves in Portugal. They have a gallery/room/shaft configuration and their formation is due to erosion and tectonic changes. They feature underground lakes and rooms with beautiful limestone formations. They have two elevators and are 110 meters deep. Here lies the Great Lagoon, formed by the Rio Negro, an underground watercourse that, in winter, …

Centro de Interpretação da Batalha de Aljubarrota

Porto de Mós

This space is located in the São Jorge Military Camp. It features a documentary exhibition about the historical period 1369-1415 and the battle between the Portuguese and Castilian armies in 1385. The exhibition is divided into four parts corresponding to …

Museu Municipal de Porto de Mós

Porto de Mós

The museum has been operating since 1989. It is located next to the Porto de Mós Town Hall building. A highlight of the museum is its exhibition of fossils and dinosaur remains.

Miradouro de Alqueidão da Serra

Porto de Mós

Located in the Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Natural Park, at an altitude of approximately 500 meters, the viewpoint offers an excellent vantage point over the lands to the north and west of this mountain range, where it is possible …

Miradouro de Serro Ventoso

Porto de Mós

Viewpoint with views of the surrounding hills.

Capela de São Jorge

Porto de Mós

Commissioned in 1393 by Constable D. Nuno Álvares Pereira, on the site where his standard was raised at the Battle of Aljubarrota, the Chapel of St. George is a small building with a chancel featuring a coffered vault whose keystone …

Troço de Via Romana em Alqueidão da Serra

Porto de Mós

A well-preserved section of Roman road, approximately 150 meters long. It is believed to have been built in the 1st century BC or the 1st century AD.

Alqueidão da Serra

Porto de Mós

The area features a stretch of Roman road, rural houses, and the chapel of Nossa Senhora do Tojeirinho as notable monuments. The region is rich in natural beauty, particularly the Lapas caves (only accessible with a guide). Black stone is …

Alvados

Porto de Mós

In this area, you should visit the Alvados and Santo António caves, where you can see stalactites and stalagmites, and the lagoon. Surrounding it are the mountains of the Serra dos Candeeiros and it lies on the slopes of the …

Fórnea

Porto de Mós

Many hiking trails lead to this location, where it is possible to observe a geological phenomenon that resulted in a natural amphitheater. Inside Fórnea is Cova da Velha, a cavity from which a spring flows down to the Ribeiro da …

Museu Industrial e Artesanal do Têxtil

Porto de Mós

This museum allows visitors to discover a golden age of textiles in Portugal, when Mira de Aire and Minde formed one of the most important textile industrial centers in the 20th century.

Grutas de Santo António

Porto de Mós

Discovered in 1955, they are part of a group of caves in the Serra de Minde mountain range. Their configuration is gallery/chamber type, with the unique feature of ventilation through a natural chimney. Replete with stalactites and stalagmites, the largest …

Lagoa Grande do Arrimal

Porto de Mós

The Arrimal lagoons are surrounded by limestone pools. Lagoa Grande draws water from the Espinho Valley, making it a valuable resource during droughts. Both lagoons are enriched by the presence of the black oak, a rare plant species in this …

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Where to eat in Porto de Mós

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Where to sleep in Porto de Mós

Cooking & Nature Emotional Hotel
Cooking & Nature Emotional Hotel

4 star

The Cooking and Nature-Emotional Hotel has as its starting point the nature and cookery, together to provide a memorable visit. The environment is relaxing.…

Retiro da Avó Lídia
Retiro da Avó Lídia

The retreat of the Grandmother Lydia offers stays with signature. In the fourth "Charme", tradition expressed by personality and refinement; in the room "refug…

Chou da Covinha
Chou da Covinha

Manor House dating from the late 19th century, located in the Natural Park of Serra de Aire e Candeeiros. The home has been remodeled to give rise to this type…

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Near Porto de Mós

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Pedrógão Grande

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Ansião

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Alvaiázere

Alvaiázere

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Figueiró dos Vinhos

Figueiró dos Vinhos

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