Reguengos de Monsaraz

  1. Home
  2.   /  
  3. Reguengos de Monsaraz

Reguengos de Monsaraz belongs to the District of Évora and is limited, to the Southwest, by imposing the Guadiana river. The past of this municipality dates back to prehistoric times, as evidenced by the remarkable amount of archaeological monuments. Any reference to Reguengos has noted the village of Monsaraz, which was the county seat until 1838 and is the oldest Portuguese settlements south of the Tagus. Monsaraz was conquered from the Moors, but only d. Sancho II was able to win in final; in the 13th century, already enjoyed some legal privileges, and obtained the first letter of foral by d. Afonso III. It was during the 19th century the seat passed to Reguengos, since access to Monsaraz were difficult and their absolutist ideals had been defeated in the Liberal wars. The passage of Reguengos de Monsaraz town is another important milestone in the history of the County. The environmental qualities of the region inviting visitors to practice outdoor activities. In addition to the remarkable historical heritage, Reguengos will be forever associated with enhanced quality wines, to the strong flavors of gastronomy and handicrafts.

What to do in Reguengos de Monsaraz

Observatório Oficial Dark Sky Alqueva

Reguengos de Monsaraz

The Official Dark Sky Observatory is located in Cumeada, in Reguengos de Monsaraz, in a former primary school. The space was reconverted and adapted to function as the Official Observatory of Dark Sky Alqueva. It has a permanent astrophotography exhibition by astrophotographer Miguel Claro and a mini-museum, where you can touch a real meteorite, see the original autograph of the …

Monsaraz

Reguengos de Monsaraz

Located on the top of a hill, the village of Monsaraz was once a pre-historic "castro" (a celtic village). There are several megalithic monuments nearby, such as the menhir of Outeiro, the menhir of Beloa and the cromelech of Xerez. A special not to the Convent of Orada (18th century), the Hermitage of Saint Catarina, the Square of Saint Bartolomeu, …

Centro Histórico da Vila de Monsaraz

Reguengos de Monsaraz

The citadel features trapezoidal plant and is flanked by four square towers. About medieval was surrounded in the seventeenth century, fortifications, involving the whole village and the suburb of St. Bartholomew, with the shutters of Alcoba, hole and Evora, finishing at the door of the village.

Ermida de Santa Catarina de Monsaraz

Reguengos de Monsaraz

Duocentista temple with architectural and symbolic traces of the order of the temple. This National Monument, situated outside the walls of Monsaraz, may have served as a defensive stronghold for pilgrims and travellers who crossed this area.

Rocha dos Namorados

Reguengos de Monsaraz

This granite monument, shaped like a mushroom, has more than 2 meters high. Has a peculiar morphology, resembling a mushroom, with the narrower base than the top with the top height. Its symbolism became an attraction, given that it was …

Casa do Enoturismo da Herdade do Esporão

Reguengos de Monsaraz

This Homestead, whose roots date back to the Roman Empire, produced some of the best national wines and oils of recognized quality. This is a place with many attractions: wine cellars, caves, vineyards, wine tourism, heritage and a dam. The …

Porta de Alcoba

Reguengos de Monsaraz

It is one of the four doors that allows to access to the inside of the Castle of Monsaraz defensive walls. Each door is made out of granite, red clay mortar and burnt lime. The landscaped effect it creates is …

Porta do Buraco ou da Cisterna

Reguengos de Monsaraz

It is one of the four doors that allows to access to the inside of the Castle of Monsaraz defensive walls which reflects the armed forces fears that used to exist by that time. Each door is made out of …

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Lagoa

Reguengos de Monsaraz

Chiesa Madre (mother church) of the village of Monsaraz, 1500s, has replaced the previous Gothic Temple since it was contaminated by the plague. The bear marble carved Tomb by Gomes Martins Silvestre, to portray a funeral procession with 17 people …

Cromeleque do Xerez

Reguengos de Monsaraz

This set of fifty menhirs defining a regular quadrangular enclosure was discovered and identified by the Portuguese. Although fractured, some have phallic configuration, other 200, involving a giant center post with phallic configuration, four feet high and 7 tons of …

CARMIM - Cooperativa Agrícola de Reguengos de Monsaraz

Reguengos de Monsaraz

Criada em 1971 por um grupo de 60 viticultores, a CARMIM – Cooperativa Agrícola de Reguengos de Monsaraz – lidera o mercado nacional no segmento dos vinhos de qualidade, distinguidos em vários concursos nacionais e internacionais. Para além dos vinhos, …

Praia Fluvial de Monsaraz

Reguengos de Monsaraz

Localiza-se no Centro Náutico de Monsaraz, estando inserida na albufeira de Alqueva. Trata-se da primeira praia do Grande Lago Alqueva e foi galardoada com a bandeira azul e ainda com a classificação de Praia Acessível.

Mufla

Reguengos de Monsaraz

A Mufla é um espaço dedicado ao fabrico de cerâmica utilitária e decorativa em barro vermelho. A funcionar desde 1995, esta loja continua a utilizar a roda do oleiro e a pintura manual para fabricar as mais variadas peças de …

Paços da Audiência de Monsaraz

Reguengos de Monsaraz

This Monument has an indescribable architectonic value. It emerged as a response to the administrative and economic development in Monsaraz town during the second quarter of the 14th century. It is known as the Good and Bad Judge fresco. It …

Igreja Matriz de Reguengos de Monsaraz / Igreja Matriz de Santo António

Reguengos de Monsaraz

Its construction started on October 27, 1887. The Bell Tower is in the middle of the facade. Inside you can see 3 naves and 3 chapels in the area of the headboard. The transept is projecting. The giant flying buttresses …

view more

Travel Guide

Up to date tourist information about the city's top attractions

The Best River Beaches in Southern Portugal

In the deep Alentejo and the Algarve, there are freshwater beaches that are a true balm for body and soul.

view more

Where to eat in Reguengos de Monsaraz

view more

Where to sleep in Reguengos de Monsaraz

São Lourenço do Barrocal
São Lourenço do Barrocal

5 star

São Lourenço do Barrocal is a luxury hotel located near Monsaraz, and very close to Alqueva. The estate covers 780 hectares and has been in the same family for…

Hotel Rural Horta da Moura
Hotel Rural Horta da Moura

4 star

The Hotel Rural Horta da Moura, situated on the southern slope of Monsaraz, near the Guadiana river, this rural hotel preserves traces of Alentejo, surrounded …

Monte Alerta
Monte Alerta

Situated at the foot of Monsaraz, a must-see for those who appreciate the history, nature, tranquility and refined decorations. Mount warning is composed of ei…

view more

Near Reguengos de Monsaraz

Vendas Novas

Vendas Novas

The municipality of Vendas Novas-formerly part of the territory of Montemor-o-Novo-only account with two parishes and is just 60 kilometres from Lisb…

Montemor-o-Novo

Montemor-o-Novo

Montemor-o-Novo is one of the largest municipalities in Portugal, with an area of 1450 square kilometers. In economic terms, meat production is one o…

Arraiolos

Arraiolos

Arraiolos is inserted in the middle of the Alentejo plain, in the district of Évora. Its natural beauty and the famous tapestries of Arraiolos attrac…

Mourão

Mourão

Located on the left bank of the Guadiana, Mourão's main economic activities are agriculture, livestock, small commerce and tourism. The construction …