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Igreja e Antigo Hospital da Misericórdia
- heritage
Rua da Misericórdia, 11
7480-127, Avis
18th century temple with adossado Hospital, in good condition. Features single ship, sacristy and chancel. The main altarpiece is neoclassical style, made with pink and grey marble of Estremoz.
Antigo Convento da Ordem de Avis
- heritage
Largo Cândido dos Reis, 3
7480-116, Avis
Temple founded in uncertain date, but knowing that it was rebuilt in the mid-17th century. In appearance it keeps the moth. The Church has a simple porch, crowned by a pediment with the arms. The chancel, of Renaissance style, was built in 1694, being the rest of the Church of Baroque feature. It is saved on the local convent the famous shrine of St. Peter and St. Paul, silver marquetry work of 15th-century goldsmithery.
Praia Fluvial de Avis
- beach
Avis
7480, Avis
Located next to the Beach Club Náutico de Avis, on the banks of the Albufeira do Maranhão. In addition to spacious, green is the predominant tone of the landscape. The space is easy and there is a staircase of access to water.
Albufeira do Maranhão
- beach
- country
Benavila
7480, Avis
A reservoir created by the Maranhão dam and fed by the Seda, Aviz and Raia brooks.
Museu do Campo Alentejano
- heritage
Largo Cândido dos Reis, 5
7480-116, Avis
Museum of Ethnography and Archeology that is installed in the living room of the Chapter of the old convent of São Bento de Avis. The interior conserves parts of archaeology, crafts and ethnography collected by employees of the municipality, by Mr António beautiful, local craftsman, and by population.
Adega Abreu Callado
- heritage
Travessa Abreu Callado
7480-228, Avis
Wine cellar in the Alentejo wine route. The winery, working since 1953, is one of the icons of the region and of the most prestigious in the Alto Alentejo. In addition to the cellar, one can visit the Foundation with the same name, take courses, visit the rural Museum, the 18th-century courtyard, the former olive oil mill, as the walking mode chosen.
Castelo de Avis
- heritage
Pátio das Cisternas, 12-A
7480, Avis
Built in the 13th century, the castle was rebuilt in the 15th and 16th centuries. Its construction is due to Fernão Anes, master of the military order of Avis. Of the six towers the Castle possessed, kept, just three and a few pieces of wall, adapted for modern buildings. The Queen's Tower or the convent, the Torre de Santo António and Torre de s. Roque.
Parque de Campismo Municipal Albufeira do Maranhão
- hotels
Pátio das Cisternas, 8
7480-371, Avis
Inserted into the Yacht Club complex of Avis, the campsite of the Albufeira do Maranhão is the ideal place to rest and enjoy holiday in direct contact with nature. Ideal for nautical sports lovers, this space has access to river beach at municipal swimming pools, among other facilities. There is also a picnic Park and restaurant, where you dine. Alternatively can pay a visit to the historic center of Avis, just one kilometre away.
Tasca do Montinho
- food & drink
Rua do Comércio, 1
7480-018, Alcórrego
Acolhedor e digníssimo representante da gastronomia regional alentejana, caiu nas bocas do mundo pela oferta de excelência de pratos de caça. Há até quem cruze a fronteira todos os fins de semana só para saborear o a famosa empada de perdiz, um dos clássicos da ementa apenas, disponível por encomenda. Durante a semana, os pratos do dia variam entre outras especialidades igualmente deliciosas, como a perdiz estufada, o ensopado de borrego ou os filetes de peixe-galo com arroz de tomate malandrinho. Obrigatória é a sopa de tomate com ovo ou enchidos fritos, outro dos pratos que dá fama à casa …