Portugal Walking Tours

Alto Alentejo

Serra de Sao Marmede

At the heart of the Alto Alentejo lies the Parque Natural of the Serra de São Mamede,

The diverse geology and capricious climate, caught between the Atlantic and Mediterranean, encourage a fascinating range of flora and fauna,

Griffon vultures and bonellis eagle circle over head while deer and boar live among the chestnut and oak trees.

On the green slopes of the serra are the towns of Castelo de Vide with its famous castle and medieval jewish quarter with  the oldest synagogue in Europe.

Also  Marvão with its narrow streets of whitewashed houses and arguably the best preserved castle in Portugal.

WALKING ITINERARY

Moderately easy walking
 
 

Day 1	A circular walk following ancient mule tracks through the heart of this region passing the much revered Fonte de Carvoeiro and the old village of Carreiras, 10km/6.2miles
Day 2	Once more the quiet beauty of this region is shown on this circular walk to the village of Esperança with time to view the prehistoric cave paintings of Lapa dos Gaivões, 16km/10miles
Day 3	Time to explore the town of Castelo de Vide and the countryside with this circular walk of 8km/5miles
Day 4	A circular walk to the Spanish frontier from the village of Galegos passing the Marmitas de Gigante caves through pictureque countryside, 16km/10miles
Day 5	Marvão and its panoramic setting are the features of todays circular walk, 8.5km/5.1miles
Day 6	A short yet very beautiful walk to the medieval villge of Santo Antonio das Areiras with time in the afternoon to visit the winery of Portalegre, 13km/7.5miles


 
 
The base for this holiday is the beautifully restored famhouse Pomar Velho (Old Orchard) set in five acres of grounds with its own swimming pool. All rooms are en-suite and dinner is available in the evenings if required. The English owners of Pomar Velho are keen to share their love and knowledge of the area with you.

Public transport to the Alto Alentejo is difficult, it will be necessary for you to hire a car, which will also provide you with freedom to explore the region and get you to and from the walks.

It is an easy 3 hour drive from Lisbon and 4 hour drive from Faro to Pomar Velho


Included in this Holiday
 
 

• Seven nights accommodation in a twin room with en-suite facilities and breakfasts
• 5 packed lunches

Dinner on the first night
Comprehensive walking notes
Wine tasting at the Portalegre winery
Car hire for one week in a group A car
Services of a highly experienced walk leader who has extensive local knowledge

Cost
From Lisbon
€ 700Euros or
£ 450 Great Britain Pounds or
$ 675United States Dollars
From Faro
€ 630Euros or
£ 405 Great Britain Pounds or
$ 610United States Dollars
Availability
 
This independent holiday is available from October to June .

The holiday can commence on any day of the week to suit your personal travel arrangements

 

This walk is offered on behalf of Portugal Walks Limited
 

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