Sertã
The municipality of Sertã includes the District of Castelo Branco and is situated on the left bank of the River Zêzere, being composed of 14 parishes. The Sierra de Alvelos occupies much of the landscape, and the forestry activity is the main source of income of most of the active population in the municipality. Its origins date back to the 3rd millennium BC, as evidenced by, for example, the dolmens and rock engravings. Nevertheless, the origin of the toponym is uncertain, since the past da Sertã is shrouded in legends and stories that can confuse the discovery of this detail, but to give the story a place additional interest, who joins the fact have been illustrious figures such as cot Nuno Álvares Pereira, Gonçalo Rodrigues Caldeira, António Lopes dos Santos Valente and father Manuel Antunes. Notwithstanding the above-mentioned, Sertã has other charms: beautiful natural landscapes, monuments, gastronomy sick and craft. In the case of food, the stomach, stuffed sausages, cheeses, and love of the varied maranhos fish in the River are the delights of visiting the County, without forgetting the cartridges almond Cernache do Bonjardim, the coscorões, the sweet snack, which should end with a medronho brandy. The craft comprises Wicker basketry, tinsmith and embroidered linens manually.
What to do in Sertã
Travel Guide
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Blessed Rest: Sleeping in Old Convents
Sleeping in old convents is a unique experience, ideal for those looking to retemper energies. Come and discover these …
Where to eat in Sertã
Portuguese
15.00 €
Mrs. Helena's fish soup, lamb Maranhos, baked in the oven with honey and Rosemary sauce and a varie…
Portuguese, Vegetarian
15.00 €
In the noble zone of town of Sertã, the restaurant is flanked by the municipal gardens, by two stre…
Portuguese
15.00 €
Na ementa deste restaurante espere encontrar muitas perdições regionais: bucho, maranho e cabrito e…
Portuguese
16.00 €
Simple and familiar restaurant, serving regional dishes and traditional Portuguese, moderate prices.
Portuguese, Regional
8.50 €
With the privilege of a unique view and gorgeous, the Roman Bridge Restaurant is a cosy and familia…
Mediterranean, Portuguese
12.00 €
Barbecue with good presentation, whose specialties are grilled meat and fresh fish.
Portuguese, Regional
12.00 €
Restaurant with careful presentation that, as its name implies, has to propose regional cuisine.
Italian
6.00 €
This pizzeria may be an alternative on your gastronomic route. The specialties are the pizzas and t…
Regional
Restaurant of Hotel da Montanha, working in a room with a magnificent panoramic view. If you prefer…
Where to sleep in Sertã
4 star
17TH-century convent turned into a luxurious hotel with all amenities for a comfortable stay, with emphasis on the outdoor saltwater pool.
4 star
Hotel of modern architecture, adapted to the place where it inserts. Has all the conditions to transform visitors ' stay a success. The surrounding landscapes …
A casa era, no fim do século XIX, impressionante para a pequena localidade onde foi erguida. Pertencia a José Alves Pereira, um tenente do exército português q…
Near Sertã
Vila de Rei
Vila de Rei is a small village belonging to the district of Castelo Branco and three parishes belong to it. It is closely linked to the geodesic cent…
Vila Velha de Ródão
Vila Velha de Ródão lies in the South of the District of Castelo Branco, between the Tagus River and the Ocresa River, its tributary, the Serra do Pe…
Covilhã
Covilhã, which belongs to Castelo Branco district and is composed of 31 parishes, is hidden amid mountains and the slopes of Serra da Estrela. Althou…
Oleiros
Oleiros is part of the Central region and covers the Alvelos, Muradal and Lontreira mountains, in addition to bordering the Zêzere river. As part of …