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THE ALENTEJO – An Undiscovered GEM in PORTUGAL

The Alentejo region of Portugal is a large, sparsely populated area and well known for its open countryside, welcome villages, and historic towns as well as the Atlantic coastline. The Alentejo is located just above the most southern province of the Algarve which is best known as a tourist region. In contrast to the Algarve, here you will find tranquil nature, relaxed ‘Alentejanos’, historic places, vineyards, fluvial beaches, lakes, beautiful landscapes, olive groves, cork trees, big agricultural plots, animals, especially the well-known Black Pork, and traditional ranches for horse riding. From tasty and simple to top quality restaurants, high class restaurants, wine estates and wine tastings and lots of activities – this is how to immerse yourself in one of Europe´s enchanting hidden gems, where prices seem to be still in order.

Friday, 08 August 2025 - Alentejo
THE ALENTEJO – An Undiscovered GEM in PORTUGAL

The Alentejo in general is still laid-back and kissed by the sun. You can find a lot of different lifestyles – and there is something for everyone. The landscape has similarities with Italy’s Tuscany, with wide open views, endless rolling hills with animals and agricultural land or lakes inviting you to walk or to hike, do wine tastings, visit famous historic villages and towns to enjoy the ancient times, visit the fluvial beaches and the big reservoirs, enjoy fishing and water sports – or just relax.

The Alentejo is divided into 4 parts, the north with Portalegre and Crato, the central Alentejo with famous towns like Évora, Arraiolos and Reguengos de Monsaraz, the coastline with Odeceixe, Odemira and Aljezur as well as the southern part of the Alentejo with the historic towns like Beja and Mértola. These beautiful surroundings also offer stunning properties for sale, such as country houses, estates on huge plots, vineyards, guest houses, big agricultural plots, rural hotels, to name just a few. Togofor-Homes would like to present just a small number of selected properties in each area to leave an impression and spark your interest for this fantastic province of Portugal.

 

Alentejo Map

 

ALTO ALENTEJO

Crato

Crato

 

What to do?

  • Visit Crato castle 
  • Sanctuary of our Lady of the Conceição 
  • Archaeological finds
  • Hiking and nature walks, rural landscapes

 

AT2305

AT2305

AT2305 - Magnificent Estate on a huge plot with Baroque Manor House in Crato

 

ALENTEJO CENTRAL

Monsaraz and Alqueva Lake

Monsaraz and Alqueva Lake

 

What to do?

  • Visit many historic places
  • Rich with history, castles & vineyards
  • Typical crafts and a serene lifestyle with cultural immersion and relaxation
  • Try wine-tasting with nice local cuisine

 

AT1492

AT1492

AT1492 - 11 bedroom Guesthouse or large family home with swimming pool in historic Arraiolos

 

Arraiolos

Arraiolos

 

  • Visit the Castle of Arraiolos and enjoy the scenic views
  • Traditional, world-famous carpet workshops
  • Natural walks for nature enthusiasts
  • Visit Évora, the famous capital city of the region

 

Évora

Évora

 

ALENTEJO LITORAL

Costa Vicentina

Costa Vicentina

 

What to do?

  • Visit Odemira, Odeceixe and Aljezur
  • Walk on the cliffs and watch the fishermen
  • Rest on the beach and enjoy the breeze and the water 
  • Appreciate the fantastic fresh fish & crabs

 

AT2386

AT2386

AT2386 - Charming hotel with Sea views in Southwest Coast, Alentejo

 

AT2311

AT2311

AT2311 - Charming Hotel in the lush nature of the Southwest Alentejo Coast

 

Praia do Almograve

Praia do Almograve

 

BAIXO ALENTEJO

Baixo Alentejo

 

What to do?

  • Interesting places to visit: CUBA, historic town BEJA, ALJUSTREL, OURIQUE, CASTRO VERDE, historic town MÉRTOLA and Mediterranean style town of ALMODÔVAR
  • Ideal for hiking and walking
  • Explore the lakes and riverbanks
  • Book a wine tasting at Herdade dos Grous
  • Enjoy the fantastic food - Ourique is the famous town of the ‘Porco Preto’ Black Pork
  • Visit Castro da Cola, ancient ruins near Ourique

 

Beja Castle

Beja Castle

 

AT2158

AT2158

AT2158 - Equestrian centre with 3 bed Country House and ruins on a huge plot near the lake, Ourique

 

AT2341

AT2341

AT2341 – Rural Hotel and Vineyard with History and Tradition in Vidigueira, Alentejo

 

AT2356

AT2356

AT2356 - Modern T5 Country House on a Huge Plot with Typical Monte Alentejano Façade and Local Accommodation Licence, in Ourique

 

Ourique

Ourique

 

AT2238

AT2238

AT2238 - Charming and private Country House on a huge 7,5 ha fenced plot in the South Alentejo, also Ideal for Horses, Livestock or Agriculture

 

Susanna Gross, Sales & Marketing Manager

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