Abadia de Alcobaça

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy

Abadia de Alcobaça

Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Abadia de Alcobaça, Cistercian monastery in Alcobaça, Portugal

The monastery features a Latin cross church with three naves, reaching substantial heights with stone vaulted ceilings and natural light through windows.

King Afonso Henriques established the monastery in 1153 following his victory at Santarém, granting extensive lands to the Cistercian order.

The monastery houses elaborate tombs of King Pedro I and Inês de Castro, displaying detailed Gothic sculptural work from medieval Portuguese artisans.

The monastery opens daily from 9:00 to 18:00 in winter months and 9:00 to 19:00 in summer, with adult tickets priced at 10 euros.

The monastery kitchen contains a water channel diverted from the Alcoa River, which supplied fresh water and live fish to the monks.

Location: Alcobaça

Part of: Alcobaça Monastery

GPS coordinates: 39.55000,-8.98333

Latest update: March 20, 2025 19:09

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Abadia de Alcobaça: Cistercian monastery in Alcobaça, Portugal » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes