Gratis gids 10 verborgen natuurplekken in Europa
Gratis gids 10 verborgen natuurplekken in Europa. Meld je aan voor onze nieuwsbrief en ontvang inspirerende reistips en routes voor je volgende groene reis.
Alentejo
Vast plains, cork oaks stretching to the horizon, and a night sky so dark that stargazers from all over the world flock here. The Alentejo is the Portugal of leisurely living.Vast, quiet, and golden; it’s at its most beautiful in the spring and fall, because in the summer it can get scorching hot here. Take your time; that’s what the Alentejo does, too.
Everything About Nature in Portugal
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The most beautiful regions for nature lovers
Northern Portugal
Central Portugal
Alentejo
The Azores
Madeira
Algarve
Lisbon Region
Small-scale nature stays in Portugal’s natural surroundings
Choose your favorite region and discover our tips for the best small-scale Nature stays with a sustainable focus. You book directly with the owner, so you are guaranteed the lowest price.
Unique Accommodations in Portugal’s Natural Landscape
Find unique, small-scale nature stays in Portugal here. From Glamping to luxury boutique hotels, and from B&Bs to vacation rentals or agroturismo. They’re all special and different, but they all prioritize sustainability.
Our sustainability criteria for overnight stays
Using these sustainability icons, you can easily see in what area an overnight stay is active with its sustainability policy.
Zero footprint
Architecture
sustainable/local construction
Food
organic/local cuisine
Social
family/local runned/social projects
Wellbeing
Sauna/yoga/wellness/treatments
Surroundings
Environment/recycling
Choose your region
Alentejo
Northern Portugal
Azores
Madeira
Central Portugal
Algarve
Lisbon region
<strong>Nature in Alentejo</strong>The landscape is characterized by the montado: rolling plains dotted with cork and holm oaks, to which Portugal owes its status as the world’s largest producer of cork. In the northeast, the Parque Natural da Serra de São Mamede delights visitors with its green hills and medieval mountain villages such as Marvão and Castelo de Vide.Surrounding the Alqueva Reservoir—the largest artificial lake in Western Europe—lies one of the world’s first certified Dark Sky reserves. And on the western side, the rugged Costa Vicentina crashes against the cliffs: pristine beaches where you’ll still be virtually alone in May.
<strong>Hiking in Alentejo</strong>The best-known route is the Rota Vicentina. The inland Historical Way winds through cork oak forests and quiet villages; the spectacular Fishermen's Trail follows the rugged Atlantic coastline over cliffs and dunes, making it one of the most beautiful coastal hikes in Europe.Inland, the trails around São Mamede offer peaceful walks with sweeping views. The best time to visit is outside of summer—from September through June—when temperatures are pleasant and the plains turn green or golden.
<strong>Where to Stay in Alentejo</strong>A typical feature of the Alentejo is the monte: a low, white country house in the middle of the plain. We select restored montes, herdades, and eco-lodges that exude peace and space, often run by people who know the region inside and out.You book direct with the owner—no middleman, no commission. That way, you get the full story and the best price.
“Nature is our greatest ally and inspiration.”
– Sir David Attenborough
Special spots in nature
We select the nicest accommodations with all a focus on sustainability policies. Think luxury Treehouses in the middle of nature or a boutique hotel in the countryside. Sustainability categories range from organic cuisine and mindfull focus to waste separation and zero-waist policy.
Luxury overnight stay in nature
The accommodations all have something unique and of course a location in or near nature. Spending the night in nature does not always mean sleeping in a tent. Find special and luxurious nature stays for your active vacation or just for your slow travel experience.
Comfortable overnight stay in nature
The overnight focus on sustainability policy gives attention to comfort and quality.
They often use their own vegetable garden or local cuisine. Much attention is paid to the quality of the accommodation, the environment and the guest.