Discover Monsaraz and the Art DA Olaria in S. Pedro do Corval

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4 hours 30 minutes

Portuguese, English

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Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

4 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Explore the Alentejo with the Burriscas Adventure, an experience rich in tradition and culture, starting from the outskirts DE Évora or Montemor-o-Novo. The trip begins in São Pedro do Corval, the largest oil centre in the country, where we visit a traditional olaria and learn the craftsmanship techniques of molding DA gem and painting of Alentejo ceramics. We continue to the stunning medieval Villa DE Monsaraz, where we will make a guided tour through its historic streets with panoramic views over the Alqueva. NO end, enjoy free time to explore the local commerce and the quiet atmosphere DA Villa.

Optional: To complete the experience, include a visit to a DEga with regional wines, perfect for tasting the best of Alentejo.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Monsaraz

Discover the charming medieval Villa DE Monsaraz, one of the best-kept secrets of Alentejo. Walk through its stone streets, learn a bit OF its rich and engaging history, and marvel at the landscapes over the Alqueva. NO the end DA the guided tour, take some free time to explore the Villa at your own pace and visit the local trade, full DE crafts and typical products DA the region.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Sao Pedro do Corval

Explore the largest oil centre DE Portugal with a visit to one of the traditional olaries DE São Pedro do Corval. In this Alentejo Villa, the art DA ceramics passes DE generation to generation, keeping alive the ancestral techniques DE hand-painting and modeling. During the visit, you will have the opportunity DE to know the process of creating the pieces, from clay to the final product, and to realize the cultural and artisanal value of this tradition deeply rooted in the local identity.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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