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Serpa, the "white village," named so for the color of its houses and monuments, is located in the interior of the Lower Alentejo region, in the Beja district. In the city center, the 13th-century Serpa Castle stands out, and the ancient citadel houses the Serpa Archaeological Museum. Also, worth a visit are the Church of Santa Maria, the Serpa Walls, and the Aqueduct. Regional cuisine includes "migas", grilled black pork, shepherd's lamb, black pork sausages, the famous Serpa cheese, and the curd cheese tart. A few kilometers from Serpa lies Pulo do Lobo: a waterfall of unparalleled beauty and grandeur, over 100 meters high.

What to do in Serpa

Castelo de Serpa

Serpa

Serpa Castle is part of the historic center. The fortification stands 230 meters above sea level and is an integral part of Serpa's walled structure, built by King Dinis.

Pulo do Lobo

Serpa

The Guadiana area, north of Mértola, where the river narrows, and locals say you could cross from one bank to the other "in one leap." Wolves are also said to have frequently used this crossing. The "rapids," caused by the riverbanks compressing from 25 to 3 meters, are a key feature. Natural waterfalls are also common, the largest of which …

Museu do Relógio

Serpa

Housed in the 16th-century Convent of Mosteirinho, the museum features a collection of 2,200 pocket, wrist, and parlor watches displayed in ten exhibition rooms. The permanent exhibition is titled "400 Years of Watchmaking in Portugal," featuring 1,800 pieces, all mechanical, dating from the 17th century onward. One of the exhibition rooms is dedicated to Portuguese clocks, which host temporary exhibitions. …

Igreja de São Francisco

Serpa

A single-nave church preceded by a large galilee with a Mudejar-style finish, built in 1463 by the Duke of Beja (Infante D. Ferdinand) for the Xabregano friars. It was rebuilt during the reign of King Manuel. Notable are the recessed, …

Igreja Paroquial do Salvador / Igreja de São Salvador

Serpa

The temple boasts a variety of architectural touches, including Mannerist, Baroque, and Rococo. The sacristy lavatory stands out, decorated with shells, cartouches, and scrolls from the Rococo period.

Muralhas de Serpa

Serpa

This military fortification existed since Roman times, but there is no record of its destruction or reconstruction. The current fortification of Serpa was built by King Dinis and consisted of a powerful castle and a double-towered wall. Significant sections of …

Convento e Igreja de São Paulo / Mosteiro de Nossa Senhora da Consolação / Hospital de São Paulo

Serpa

Both the church and the convent were built by São Paulo friars from Serra de Ossa. The architecture is varied, with plain, baroque, and rococo styles.

Museu Municipal de Arqueologia de Serpa

Serpa

The museum features a collection of archaeological pieces, mostly from geographical areas of the municipality, spanning from the Lower Paleolithic to the Islamic period.

Ermida de Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe / Ermida de São Gens

Serpa

The temple has a typology identical to the chapels built in Baixo Alentejo throughout the 16th century.

Museu Etnográfico de Serpa

Serpa

A space dedicated to the municipality's traditional arts and crafts. The permanent exhibition represents 11 traditional crafts, including pottery, carpentry, basketry, and others. It's noteworthy that each workshop is ready to welcome its artisan, with a variety of objects and …

Miradouro do Pulo do Lobo

Serpa

A space with views of the Guadiana River and the rapids formed by the narrowing of the riverbanks (from 25 meters to 3 meters wide). All around, the bucolic Serpa landscape is evident.

Igreja de Santa Maria / Igreja Matriz de Serpa

Serpa

A Gothic and Mannerist temple, built in the 14th century. The 17th-century tiles in the chancel, intended as the Melos family pantheon, are notable. The interior features three naves separated by pierced arches over clusters of columns.

Barragem do Enxoé

Serpa

Located in the Guadiana river basin, the Enxoé reservoir, on the river of the same name, occupies approximately 785.22 hectares and has been classified as a protected public water reservoir.

Convento de Santo António / Convento de São Francisco

Serpa

A convent reflecting Manueline, Mannerist, and Baroque architecture. Its origins are Gothic, with notable highlights including the inscribed portal and triumphal arch. Baroque elements emerge in the decoration, especially in the ceiling painting.

Ermida de Santa Luzia

Serpa

Built in the Modern Age, this small chapel has a façade with a side bell tower and a single vaulted nave. The supporting pillars of the triumphal arch have Manueline bases and capitals. The fresco paintings in the side chapels …

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Where to eat in Serpa

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Where to sleep in Serpa

Monte da Morena
Monte da Morena

Opened in September 2007 this Rural tourism space is housed in a 30-hectare agricultural property. Offers five bedrooms, with en-suite bathroom, and a 2 bedroo…

Hotel Pulo do Lobo
Hotel Pulo do Lobo

2 star

Typical Alentejo House with presentation and appealing decoration. The residence is located at the foot of Mount Altinho, with views of the Sierra de Serpa and…

Serpínia
Serpínia

This accommodation, cozy family environment, is situated at the entrance of the city.

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