Menir da Rocha dos Namorados

The stone structure reaches over two meters in height and features a distinctive mushroom shape with a seven-meter circumference at its top section.

The ancient stone formation stands in the Alentejo region, where it has maintained its position since prehistoric times as a significant megalithic monument.

Local tradition involves single women throwing stones at the menhir on Easter Monday to predict their marriage timeline through a specific ritual process.

The archaeological site is located in the parish of Corval, accessible through coordinates 38.4455765 latitude and -7.4757061 longitude in the Évora district.

According to regional customs, a stone landing on top of the menhir during the ritual indicates marriage within one year for the participant.

GPS coordinates: 38.44558,-7.47571

Latest update: March 7, 2025 13:24