Top Things to do in Beja District
What to do and see in Beja District, Alentejo: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Beja District, Portugal including Rota Vicentina, Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina, eco Palacete Palma Borralho Relogio, Praia do Carvalhal, Pulo do Lobo, Igreja de Nossa Senhora Dos Prazeres E Museu Episcopal, Nucleo Museologico, Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana, Castelo de Mertola, Museu de Arqueologia de Mertola - Campo Arqueologico.
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1. Rota Vicentina
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 221 reviews
Rota Vicentina is a network of walking and cycling trails in SW Portugal. Comprising the Historical Way, the Fishermen's Trail, and 24 Circular Routes, totals 750 km to walk, between the city of Santiago do Cacem and Lagos. The Cycling Trails are over than 1000km, distributed by 38 routes with different dificulty levels. Don't forget to experience some of the programs and activities also available in the regions, from surf lessons, to massages, or to meet the fisherman's family. A little bit of everything is possible!
Reviewed By KathleenR_28 - Port Dover, Canada
I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Rota Vicentina. From start (I started in Lagos) to finish (from Porto Covo, I went to Cercal, then Odemira), I went from one outstanding place to another magnificent place. This trail must be one of the most beautiful trails in the world ... rich in amazingness and abundant in nature. Beauty never ends ... from the golden cliffs and fine sandy beaches, to the wildlife and wildflowers that abound, to the wild ocean surfs, the trees, the farm animals .... wow, wow, wow. I must say that there were sections that I had to navigate really carefully, as the path was precarious especially on the hills and cliffs. Some trails were overgrown but I think Portugal wants to keep as many areas as untouched as possible. Countless times along the trail, my spirits were uplifted, I shed many tears silently, for the overwhelming feeling of gratitude to the Creator of this all. Even heading inland, through the cork forests and hills of the Alentejo region, it was the same magnificent experience. I stopped so many times just because I had to enjoy the moment and the beauty around me. I loved each little hamlet and town that I went through. I wished that I had stayed longer in each town to just enjoy its local culture and food. It took me 14 days to finish hiking on this trail and everyday was, indeed, a blessing.
2. Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina
3. eco Palacete Palma Borralho Relogio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
XIX century eco Palace, renovated in 2015. Do Expect Dream Experiences for Quite a unique Private Museum visit. You are most welcome. Do not miss Cuba in your Alentejo escapade. We are proud to have a strong ecoLogic sense and Social Responsibility in the community.
4. Praia do Carvalhal
5. Pulo do Lobo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 346 reviews
Reviewed By 966henriquea - Lisbon District, Portugal
It is just one of those sites that is worth visiting, not only for itself but also for the journey there, to really understand the landscape. And to see how over the millennia this river has carved a deep valley in this landscape, the same on both sides of the river, and also how tiny it must be today compared to the days before the dams . the whole valley must once have been filled with a roaring stream of water. We were lucky to see int at the end of two intense raining weeks, with a lot more raring water than the average visitor and completely different scenery than the other pictures posted here.
6. Igreja de Nossa Senhora Dos Prazeres E Museu Episcopal
7. Nucleo Museologico
8. Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By chrislP3474OY - Bristol, United Kingdom
We stumbled across this area by chance. We had chosen a place to stay for the night and decided to go out and explore. We found some great trails to walk and mountain bike and were fascinated by the eagles. We counted over 40 in the sky several times during our stay.
9. Castelo de Mertola
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 391 reviews
Reviewed By tommywelltravelled - Kilkenny, Ireland
A very well reserved castle in a spectacular setting. The information was well presented and is well worth a visit. Beware, the keep closes for lunch 12.30-2.00.
10. Museu de Arqueologia de Mertola - Campo Arqueologico
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By 488pauli
Excellent place to visit. I was a little put off at first, but once you start looking around there is so much to see. And an amazing river and views from top of town. Great for walking.
