About
Unique medieval village, filming location for House of the Dragon, nicknamed “the most Portuguese village of Portugal”, one of the 12 historical villages, houses built from the stone and within it, rocks stand defying gravity, plenty of accommodation options, cafés and restaurants, avoid high season (June to August)
Why go
- Houses built from the stone and within it
- Magical place of harmony between people and nature
- Feels like stepping into Westeros
Must try
- Explore stone houses
- Walk narrow cobbled streets
- Castle watching over it
- Sunset viewpoints
- Visit the castle
Pro tips
- Park at Miradouro da Praça dos Canhões
- Go as early as possible for parking
- About 3 hours from Lisbon
- Avoid high season (June to August)
- Stay into the early evening
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