Obidos - Evolutee Hotel - Royal
Óbidos Spa & Golf Resort
The
Evolutee
Hotel
at
the
Royal
Óbidos
Spa
&
Golf
Resort
provided
us
with
a
unique
and
unforgettable
experience.
A
5-star
boutique
hotel
with
excellent
service
and
perfectly
positioned,
the
Evolutee
Hotel
offers
inspiring
views
over
the
golf
course
and
the
Atlantic
Ocean.
The
indoor
and
outdoor
pools
have
a
magnificent setting.
Obidos Village
The
medieval
village
of
Óbidos
is
one
of
the
most
picturesque
and
well
preserved
in
Portugal.
Within
the
walls,
we
find
a
well-
preserved
castle
and
a
labyrinth
of
streets
and
white
houses
that
enchant
those
who
walk
there.
Among
Manueline
porticos,
flowered
windows
and
small
squares,
there
are
several
reasons
to
visit,
good
examples
of
the
religious
and civil architecture of the village's heyday.
Caldas da Rainha - Park Dom Carlos I
Located
in
the
beautiful
city
of
Caldas
da
Rainha,
Parque
D.
Carlos
I
is
a
beautiful
romantic
garden
from
the
19th
century,
right
in
the
historic
center
of
the
city.
The
Park
is
endowed
with
the
most
varied
structures
such
as
a
lake,
tennis
court,
bandstand,
tea
house
and
esplanade,
with
various
works
of
sculpture
throughout
its
area,
also
giving
access
to
another
of
the
biggest
points
of
interest
in
Caldas: the José Malhoa Museum.
Tomar - Convent of Christ
The
Convent
of
Christ
is
a
former
Catholic
convent
in
Tomar,
Portugal.
Originally
a
12th-
century
Templar
stronghold,
when
the
order
was
dissolved
in
the
14th
century
the
Portuguese
branch
was
turned
into
the
Knights
of
the
Order
of
Christ,
that
later
supported
Portugal's
maritime
discoveries
of
the
15th
century.
The
convent
and
castle
complex
is
a
historic
and
cultural
monument
and
was
listed
as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983.
Tomar - City Tour
Former
headquarters
of
the
Knights
Templar,
Tomar
is
a
city
of
great
charm,
due
to
its
artistic
and
cultural
wealth.
Parque
do
Mouchão
is
a
cool
place,
where
you
can
see
the
Roda
do
Mouchão,
a
wooden
hydraulic
wheel.
Finally,
Praça
da
República
with
the
Mother
Church
dedicated to São João Baptista.
Tomar - Castelo do Bode Dam
The
Castelo
do
Bode
dam
is
one
of
the
most
important
Portuguese
dams.
It
is
located
on
the
limits
of
the
municipalities
of
Tomar
and
Abrantes
in
the
district
of
Santarém
and
is
one
of the tallest buildings in Portugal.
Praia do Ribatejo - Almourol Castle
Situated
on
an
island
in
the
middle
of
the
River
Tagus,
Almourol
is
one
of
the
most
distinctive
castles
in
Portugal,
because
of
its
historical
significance and surrounding landscape.
Its
history
reminds
us
of
the
Reconquest
of
the
Portuguese territory during the Middle Ages.
Batalha - Monastery of Batalha
The
Monastery
of
Santa
Maria
da
Vitória,
also
known
as
the
Monastery
of
Batalha,
is
undoubtedly
one
of
the
most
beautiful
works
of Portuguese and European architecture.
This
exceptional
architectural
ensemble
resulted
from
the
fulfillment
of
a
promise
made
by
King
D.
João
I,
in
gratitude
for
the
victory
in
Aljubarrota,
a
battle
fought
on
August
14,
1385,
which
assured
him
the
throne
and
guaranteed independence from Portugal.
Batalha - Boutaca Bridge
The
Boutaca
Bridge
was
built
in
1862
over
the
Ribeira
de
Calvaria,
close
to
the
Monastery
of
Batalha,
forming
part
of
the
old
Royal
Road
that linked Lisbon to Porto.
Featuring
a
neo-gothic
model,
the
bridge
consists
of
a
straight
deck,
resting
on
six
broken
arches
interspersed
by
buttresses.
The
bridge's
railing
is
decorated
by
railings
and
pinnacles, placed on top of the buttresses.
Fátima - Sanctuary
The
Sanctuary
of
Fátima
is
one
of
the
greatest
references
of
the
Marian
cult,
to
which
pilgrims
from all over the world come.
The
place
where
the
Sanctuary
of
Fátima
is
located,
Cova
da
Iria,
was
until
1917
an
unknown
place
in
the
municipality
of
Ourém,
in
the
parish
of
Fátima.
That
year,
a
religious
event
changed
its
history
and
importance
forever,
when
three
shepherd
children,
Jacinta,
her
brother
Francisco
and
her
cousin
Lúcia,
witnessed
successive
apparitions
of
Nossa
Senhora do Rosário.
Praia do Bom Sucesso (Beach)
Praia
do
Bom
Sucesso,
also
known
as
Praia
do
Vau,
is
located
between
the
sea
and
Lagoa
de
Óbidos,
where
the
waters
of
the
river
and
the
sea
come
together.
The
sand
takes
on
an
unusual
shape
when
coming
from
the
east
to
the
bar
of
the
lagoon,
where
it
becomes
wider
and
goes
around
the
cliff,
continuing
south
for
about 1 km.
Peniche - Baleal
Baleal
is
a
small
peninsula
located
north
of
Peniche,
in
the
West
region
of
Portugal,
separated
from
the
mainland
by
a
tombolo,
forming
a
beach
of
fine
white
sand.
In
the
continuity
of
the
peninsula
there
is,
to
the
south,
the
islet
of
Terra,
and
to
the
north,
the
island of Pombas and the islet of Fora.
The
Baleal
inherited
this
appellation
due
to
the
great fishing of whales and tuna in the past.
Peniche - Papôa
In
the
vicinity
of
Peniche
there
is
a
volcanic
breccia,
known
as
Ilhéu
da
Papoa.
This
rock
formation
is
a
popular
fishing
spot,
as
well
as
offering
beautiful
views
of
the
sea.
It
is
also
a
popular spot for watching seabirds.
Miradouro da Cruz dos Remédios
(Viewpoint)
Visit
to
the
Miradouro
da
Cruz
dos
Remedies
with
its
impressive
rock
formations
and
then
to
the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios.
Peniche - Miradouro Cabo Carvoeiro
(Viewpoint)
Cabo
Carvoeiro
is
located
at
the
western
end
of
the
Peniche
peninsula,
in
an
area
of
great
scenic
beauty
due
to
the
curious
geological
formations
that
the
sea
has
sculpted
over
time,
such
as
the
Nau
dos
Corvos,
a
huge
rock
whose
shape
reminds
one
of
a
large
half-sunken
vessel.
Bombarral - Bacalhôa Buddha Eden
The
impressive
Bacalhôa
Buddha
Eden
has
about
35
hectares
with
buddhas,
pagodas,
terracotta
statues
(about
600
hand-painted
soldiers)
and
several
sculptures
carefully
placed
among
the
vegetation.
In
the
central
lake
it
is
possible
to
observe
the
KOI
fish,
and
carved
dragons
that
rise
from
the
water.
It
also
has
a
Modern
and
Contemporary
Sculpture
garden
and
an
African
Sculpture
art
garden
that
is
dedicated
to
the
Shona
people
of
Zimbabwe.
Nazaré - Miradouro da Pederneira
(Viewpoint)
Located
in
a
forested
area,
a
few
kilometers
inland,
it
offers
an
unparalleled
panorama,
as
it
dominates
both
the
green
area
of
Pinhal
de
Leiria,
the
houses
of
Nazaré,
the
Sítio
and
the
coastline.
Nazaré - Farol (Lighthouse)
The
Nazaré
Lighthouse
is
one
of
the
most
iconic
points
of
this
village,
as
it
forms
part
of
its
history
and
attracts
thousands
of
tourists
every
year.
To
get
there,
we
go
down
Estrada
do
Farol,
passing
the
sculpture
of
a
surfer
with
a
deer's
head,
which
pays
homage
to
the
famous
Legend
of
Nazaré.
From
the
lighthouse
we
can
enjoy
unique
views
and
admire
the
most
gigantic
waves
that
form
in
Praia
do
Norte.
Nazaré - Miradouro do Suberco
(Viewpoint)
The
best-known
viewpoint
in
Nazaré,
located
in
Sítio,
in
the
place
called
Promontório.
This
rock
formation
rises
abruptly
from
the
beach
of
Nazaré,
and
is
the
plateau
where
the
Sítio
da
Nazaré
is
located,
reaching
a
maximum
height
of
110
meters.
This
viewpoint
offers
one
of
the
most
beautiful
views
of
the
sea
in
the
country,
being
a
perfect
place
to
watch
the
sunrise
or
sunset.
Alcobaça - Monastery
The
foundation
of
the
Abbey
of
Santa
Maria
de
Alcobaça
and
the
respective
Charter
of
Couto
date from April 8, 1153.
The
importance
of
the
Monastery
of
Alcobaça
evolved
in
a
cultural,
religious
and
ideological
growth.
Its
monumentality
is
all
the
more
evident
the
more
limpid
and
austere
its
architecture
is.
It
is,
moreover,
the
first
essay
on Gothic architecture in Portugal.
São Martinho do Porto - Miradouro
do Facho
São
Martinho
do
Porto
has
several
viewpoints
that
allow
a
privileged
view
over
the
bay,
allowing
you
to
capture
beautiful
images.
From
the
Facho
Viewpoint
it
is
still
possible
to
see
Praia da Gralha.
São Martinho do Porto - Miradouro
do Cruzeiro
From
the
top
of
the
Cruzeiro
viewpoint
you
can
admire
the
beautiful
view
over
the
beautiful
Bay
of
São
Martinho
do
Porto,
with
the
typical
yellow
trawlers
and
all
the
extensive
sand.
São Martinho do Porto - Miradouro
São Martinho do Porto
From
this
elevation
it
is
possible
to
see
the
entire
bay
of
São
Martinho
do
Porto,
a
geographic
accident
that,
due
to
its
perfect
shell
shape,
is
unique
in
the
country
and
in
Europe.
It
has
three
kilometers
of
sand
and
a
bar
with
250
meters
of
opening,
between
the
Morros
de
Santana
to
the
south
and
the
Farol
to the north.
São Martinho do Porto - Walking
Tour
The
bay
of
São
Martinho
do
Porto
appears
with
the
progressive
silting
of
the
old
lagoon,
being
nowadays,
a
beach
of
distinct
beauty
in
the
shape
of
a
shell.
The
Atlantic
Ocean
flows
between
the
Farol
and
Sant’Ana
Hills.
Today
it
is
a
place
for
family
walks,
par
excellence,
with
a
promenade
that
runs
along
the
entire
beach.
The
area
is
very
lively
during
the
bathing
season.
São Martinho do Porto - Praia de
Salir do Porto
Praia
de
Salir
do
Porto
belongs
to
the
mouth
of
the
Rio
Tornada
or
Rio
Salir
on
the
south
bank.
The
very
extensive
sand
is
wider
in
the
south and narrows as you go north.
This
beach
is
known
for
its
huge
dune,
about
50 meters high, the highest in Portugal.
Foz do Arelho - Passadiços da Foz do
Arelho
The
footbridges
of
Foz
do
Arelho
are
only
800m
long,
but
their
location
on
the
cliffs
north
of
Lagoa
de
Óbidos
and
the
beach
at
Foz
do
Arelho
makes
this
a
pedestrian
route
not
to
be
missed by anyone visiting the region.
Rio Maior - Salinas Naturais
The
Salinas
de
Rio
Maior
are
located
about
3
km
from
the
city
center
and
are
located
in
a
valley
at
the
foot
of
the
Serra
dos
Candeeiros,
in
the
heart
of
the
Serras
de
Aire
e
Candeeiros
Natural
Park.
Classified
as
a
Property
of
Public
Interest
since
December
1997,
these
are
the
only
inland
salt
pans
in
Portugal,
and
the
only
ones that are fully operational in Europe.
Porto de Mós - Lagoas do Arrimal
Surrounded
by
nature,
these
waters
create
an
interesting
and
inviting
landscape.
The
ponds
result
from
the
formation
of
small
shallow
depressions
that
allow
rainwater
to
accumulate.
Along
its
length,
and
along
the
main
street
of
the
parish,
there
are
small
limestone
wells.
The
Grande
Lagoa
is
located
next
to
Arrabal
and
gathers
water
flows
from
Vale
de
Espinho.
Close
to
Rossio
is
the
Small
Lagoon that gathers waters from Mendiga.
Porto de Mós - Castelo de Porto de
Mós
External
visit
to
Porto
de
Mós
Castle,
an
architectural
work
with
unique
characteristics,
from
where
it
is
possible
to
obtain
a
privileged
view over the entire surrounding area.
Porto de Mós - Grutas de Alvados
The
Alvados
Caves
have
a
uniqueness
that
sets
them
apart.
Its
natural
and
harmonious
presentation
shows
its
visitors
rich
galleries
and
natural
lakes
of
unique
beauty.
But
it
is
its
corridor-shaped
route
and
the
continuous
“wells”
of
unusual
height
that
make
it
up,
which
lead
specialists,
and
the
public
in
general,
to
consider
this
cave
as
one
of
the
most
characteristic of the Iberian Peninsula.
Porto de Mós - Grutas de Santo
António
The
Santo
António
Caves
were
occasionally
discovered
on
June
2,
1955
by
two
men
working near Pedra do Altar.
Thus,
they
discovered
the
last
tourist
cave
in
the
county,
which
occupies
an
area
of
approximately
6,000
m2.
Its
largest
room
measures
80m
x
50m
and
the
maximum
height
is 43 meters.
Salvaterra de Magos - Escaroupim
Escaroupim
is
a
typical
fishing
village,
formed
in
the
mid-1930s
by
fishermen
from
Praia
da
Vieira
(Marinha
Grande).
The
dwellings
are
made
of
wood,
painted
in
bright
colors
and
laid
on
piles,
in
order
to
be
protected
from
the
frequent
floods
of
the
river.
The
peculiarity
of
its
houses
extends
to
its
fishing
boats,
also
made of wood and painted in bright colors.
Santarém - Jardim das Portas do Sol
It
occupies
the
primitive
walled
area
of
Santarém
(citadel
or
Alcáçova),
having
its
current
function
the
result
of
a
project
by
João
Fagundo
da
Silva
(1882),
completed
in
1936.
Today,
a
panoramic
balcony
over
the
Tagus
and
the
extensive
Lezíria,
it
is
the
living
room
and
one of the busiest spaces in the city.