Alentejo region, Administrative region in south-central Portugal.
The Alentejo region spans over 27,317 square kilometers of land, featuring rolling plains, cork oak forests, and long stretches of Atlantic coastline.
The region holds numerous megalithic monuments and Roman structures, with medieval castles and fortifications marking centuries of strategic importance along the Spanish border.
Local communities maintain traditional practices of cork harvesting, shepherding, and the UNESCO-recognized polyphonic singing style called Cante Alentejano.
The Mediterranean climate brings hot summers and mild winters, making spring and autumn optimal periods for exploring the numerous hiking trails and heritage sites.
Alentejo produces 63% of Portuguese cork, with ancient cork oak forests supporting both the economy and numerous protected species of birds and mammals.
Location: Continental Portugal
Shares border with: Lisbon Region, Algarve, Centro region
Address: Alentejo, Portugal
GPS coordinates: 38.00000,-8.00000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:57
Sanctuary of Fátima
190.8 km
Capela dos Ossos
63.8 km
Batalha Monastery
198.1 km
Alcobaça Monastery
192.2 km
Convent of Christ
182.2 km
Castle of Almourol
166.1 km
Roman Temple of Évora
64.3 km
Almendres Cromlech
62.3 km
Tomb of Inês de Castro
192.2 km
Alcazaba of Badajoz
133.2 km
Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park
96.4 km
Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Nature Park
179.3 km
Sao Domingos Mine
57 km
Basilica of the Holy Trinity, Fátima
190.7 km
Paço Ducal de Vila Viçosa
100.7 km
Campo de Instrução Militar de Santa Margarida
160 km
Castelo de Tomar
182.1 km
Chapel of the Apparitions
190.8 km
Palácio da Quinta das Torres
104.8 km
Forte de Nossa Senhora da Graça
123.4 km
Castle of Marvão
164.6 km
Cathedral of Évora
64.2 km
Castelo de Palmela
100.9 km
Neves-Corvo mine
47.5 km
Recinto abaluartado de Badajoz
133.1 km
Garrison Border Town of Elvas and its Fortifications
122.2 km
Site of Community Importance Monchique
86.6 km
Grutas de Mira de Aire
182 kmReviews
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