The best road cycling routes around Amieira Do Tejo

Far in the northeast of Alentejo lies Castelo de Vide, just a few kilometers from the border with Spain. The town is often called Cidade branca (white city), which is primarily due to the pretty whitewashed houses of the town. The highlight of the town (besides its great location in the Parque Natural da Serra de São Mamede) is the 14th-century Castelo de São Roque. From the castle, you have a fantastic view of the old town. Other sights in Castelo de Vide include the old Jewish quarter with the oldest synagogue in Portugal and the numerous churches and chapels of the town.

A place in memory

Imposing building in which the Centro de Dia senior center is located

Urban centre and municipal headquarters. Town situated on a hill on the border of Alentejo. Medieval town under the jurisdiction of a religious-military order (Order of Christ) with castle and urban enclosure. 17th-century war square integrated into the defence line of the Alentejo border.

One of the most common occupations in Gáfete is paving. The profession and trade of paving streets, squares, plazas, gardens, and other public and private spaces. Aware that this is an artistic and nomadic profession, the pavers of the town of Gáfete are recognized in our region and beyond as professionals of excellence in laying pavements using various types of rock, such as granite, limestone, basalt, etc.” This trade has been practiced by the people of Gáfete since the mid-19th century, as some of them who are older report. Therefore, the Parish Council of Gáfete “decided to offer a plaque to the businessmen/contractors under its supervision, other workers who carry out this “noble” profession, identifying their hometown, humbly but proudly “PAVING MEN FROM THE TOWN OF GÁFETE”.” (Source: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=ht (F

Fabulous view over the village of Castelo de Vide. Several trails, paths and roads for access.

Between walls and legends of tragic love, the fields around Flor da Rosa hold memories that can be felt at every step. The Monastery, founded in 1356 by D. Álvaro Pereira, stands out as one of the most unique examples of Portuguese Gothic: a fusion of fortress and temple, a living legacy of the Order of the Hospital.

Built before 1570, at the height of the Portuguese Renaissance, the chapel of Nossa Senhora da Penha stands tall at the top of the Serra de São Paulo, at an altitude of 710 metres. To get there, you have to climb a steep staircase, an effort rewarded by the serenity of the place and the breathtaking views. Although the original image of Senhora da Penha was stolen, a replica now occupies its place on the altar. From the top, the view is breathtaking: the town stretches out below, with its watchful castle, white houses and rolling fields; to the east, the imposing quartzite ridge of Marvão stands out; in the background, the River Sever marks the border, and to the north the horizon is bordered by the Açor, Gardunha and Estrela mountains.