Santiago do Cacém

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The municipality of Santiago do Cacém boasts a rich and diverse landscape, enabling the development of a variety of sports and leisure activities. Its architectural and archaeological heritage, also significant, is among the many attractions that make up the city's image. Lamb stew, "açorda", gazpacho, and eel dishes, along with traditional sweets, make up Santiago do Cacém's culinary richness. Herdade do Cebolal produces excellent quality red and white wines, produced from traditional regional grape varieties and partially fermented in new oak barrels.

What to do in Santiago do Cacém

Reserva Natural das Lagoas de Santo André e Sancha

Santiago do Cacém

A nature reserve since the beginning of the century, it includes the Santo André and Sancha lagoons, as well as a system of small freshwater lagoons formed in dune depressions. It extends along a 16-km coastal strip, including a terrestrial sector of varying width, ranging from 2 to 3 km, and a marine sector measuring 1.5 km. In total, the …

Castelo de Santiago do Cacém

Santiago do Cacém

This castle, which dominates the town, has a rectangular plan and its foundation is attributed to the Islamic period. Definitely conquered from the Moors in 1217, King Afonso II ordered the construction of a castle there, which he donated to the Order of Santiago. Over time, and due to its loss of military function, it began to deteriorate. Within the …

Badoca Safari Park

Santiago do Cacém

This is a unique and unusual place to spend your day. Here you'll encounter several species of wild animals. You might even be surprised by a zebra, giraffe, oryx, or wildebeest, as they roam freely throughout the park. Also, watch the bird of prey and exotic bird show, stroll across the 80-square-meter bridge, get some fresh air, and indulge in …

Praia da Costa de Santo André

Santiago do Cacém

A beach surrounded by dunes, popular with young people, and connected to the Santo André lagoon. There's a wide variety of restaurants, where you can sample the famous Caldeirada and Eel Stew. Nighttime entertainment is guaranteed.

Praia do Monte Velho / Praia do Porto das Carretas

Santiago do Cacém

A family-friendly beach for those seeking beautiful scenery. The surrounding dunes offer several marked hiking trails. The beach's natural conditions make it ideal for surfing and windsurfing.

Barragem de Fonte Serne

Santiago do Cacém

Located in the Ribeira Diogo Valley (Sado Basin), this dam, a soil type, is framed by the magnificent landscape of the Alentejo coast. Sports and recreational activities are permitted under certain restrictions.

Praia da Fonte do Cortiço

Santiago do Cacém

A beach with extensive sand, surrounded by a large area of ​​dunes and pine forest. It has a picnic area and a small bar-restaurant serving affordable meals.

Igreja Matriz de Santiago do Cacém/ Tesouro da Colegiada de Santiago

Santiago do Cacém

This church's highlights include the ogival side portico, the vault covering the high choir, and the 14th-century Gothic stone high relief depicting Santiago fighting the Moors. Over the centuries, the building underwent alterations, revealing vestiges from various periods. The four …

Moinho da Quintinha/ Cumeada

Santiago do Cacém

A masonry mill with a truncated cone-shaped tower and a rotating cap driven by a windlass. It has been in operation since 1982. Whenever weather permits, tourists can observe the traditional grain milling process. At the beginning of this century, …

Parque Urbano Rio de Figueira

Santiago do Cacém

A beautiful park full of green spaces. It's the ideal place to stroll or play some soccer or tennis. It also has a fitness circuit, swimming pools, a picnic area, and a playground.

Barragem de Campilhas

Santiago do Cacém

Earth-fill dam located on the Ribeira de Campilhas (Sado River Basin), near the beaches of Vila Nova de Mil Fontes and Ilha do Pessegueiro. Sports and leisure activities, notably fishing and swimming, are permitted.

Ruínas Romanas de Miróbriga

Santiago do Cacém

A fortified settlement from the Late Bronze and Iron Ages, upon which a city was built in Roman times. Temples, a commercial area, baths, pavements, and a hippodrome, among other remains, are evident. Of note is the ancient spectacle site, …

Museu Municipal de Santiago do Cacém

Santiago do Cacém

Housed in the former county jail building, built in 1844, across from City Hall, here you can explore a remarkable archaeological collection that traces the human presence in the region, from the Paleolithic to the medieval period. Of particular note …

Praia das Areias Brancas / Praia da Fonte do Cortiço

Santiago do Cacém

A long sandy beach with everything you need for pure leisure and fun, including surfing and bodyboarding. Restaurants, bars, and terraces complement the entertainment.

Percurso Pedestre do Barbarroxa de Baixo

Santiago do Cacém

A long walking trail approximately 3.5 km long and lasting about three hours. It begins at Monte Velho beach, heading south along the Barbarroxa wells to Areias Brancas. It offers stunning views and a glimpse into the dynamics of a …

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Travel Guide

Up to date tourist information about the city's top attractions

Rural Tourism in Alentejo Next to the Beach

If you are looking for a peaceful and dreamy holiday, follow the tips of All About Portugal and combine the best of bot…

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Where to eat in Santiago do Cacém

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Where to sleep in Santiago do Cacém

Monte do Giestal, Casas de Campo & Spa
Monte do Giestal, Casas de Campo & Spa

The Hill of Giestal, villas, Spa located in & Grave, cat in the alentejan coastline, in full contact with nature, has an extension of more than 71 hectares, an…

Herdade do Reguenguinho
Herdade do Reguenguinho

Alentejo where Orange predominates and the space is decorated with objects from India and Morocco. The rooms are situated on a porch, being all different, each…

Monte Xisto Hotel Rural
Monte Xisto Hotel Rural

4 star

Quality, tranquility and excellence are words that classify the Hotel Rural Monte shale. Located on the alentejan coastline, this recent tourist project has te…

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