Alentejo Historical Villages — Self-Guided Tour

Distance: 10 km.

Elevation Gain: 300 m.

Wake up, smell the fresh air and start your adventure with a short car transfer to your starting point. 

Once you arrive at Meada, you will find the biggest menhir (standing rock) in the entire Iberian Peninsula, dating back to the Chalcolithic period. As you move on, you will discover many other megalithic sites aligned with each other. 

You will be walking on the land of our ancestors, discovering several interesting dolmens once you arrive at Coureleiros Megalithic Park. This day will be filled with interesting things to see and is guaranteed to fill you with joy!

Distance: 18 km.

Elevation Gain: 400 m.

Transfer: 0:20 h.

If you have not explored the castle area, today will be your last chance to do it!

Go to the building roof area and get a 360 angle view of the beautiful surrounding green landscape. As you move on, you will arrive at Marvão, a village surrounded by walls and also home to a new castle. 

On your way to this magical medieval town, you'll cross different forest areas of Pyrenean oak and chestnut with high ecological value for the region and the catalysts for increased biodiversity. 

At the end of your day, follow the ancient cobbled stone road to a deserved rest and a delicious meal in this unique place.

Distance: 11 km.

Elevation Gain: 500 m.

Take a short transfer to the little town of Galegos and get ready for a gorgeous day. 

The Alentejo region is known for its amazing traditional Portuguese food. A big part of its foundation comes from the ancestral knowledge of making the tastiest olive oil! Take some time to visit the Olive Oil Museum in Galegos and observe the olive groves along the way back to Marvão. 

Visit the castle on top of the hill and see a beautifully colored sunset of the town and the mountains in the distance.

Distance: 16 km.

Elevation Gain: 500 m.

Transfer: 0:15 h.

After a delicious breakfast, put your walking boots on and follow the way to Portagem. 

The Sever River passes close to the town, and if the weather is sunny and warm, then we highly recommend that you take the opportunity to refresh yourself in the clear waters of the natural pool. 

Return to Marvão through another beautiful countryside road, breath the fresh air, and enjoy your last day in town with a delicious dinner and a glass of local red wine.

Distance: 13 km.

Elevation Gain: 400 m.

Our splendid program has come to an end. We hope the memories and experiences we have created and shared stay with you forever. 

Come back soon to discover some more of Portugal's Nature Trails!

Transfer to Lisbon: 3:00 h.