{"id":37890,"date":"2023-12-17T11:53:13","date_gmt":"2023-12-17T10:53:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/niet-gecategoriseerd\/alentejo-road-trip-the-most-beautiful-route\/"},"modified":"2026-06-25T18:21:03","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T16:21:03","slug":"alentejo-road-trip-the-most-beautiful-route","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/portugal\/alentejo\/alentejo-road-trip-the-most-beautiful-route\/","title":{"rendered":"Alentejo Road Trip: The Most Beautiful Route"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Road Trip and the Most Beautiful Route Through Alentejo<\/h1>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Alentejo region in Portugal is a wonderful place for a road trip. From historic cities and charming villages to breathtaking nature reserves and stunning coastlines. You\u2019ll need at least a week to get a good sense of the region\u2019s rich culture and natural beauty.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read below about the most beautiful (at least) one-week driving route through the Alentejo. Plus, the three best routes from Lisbon to the Alentejo. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"2765\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Landschap-Alentejo-Portugal-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2765\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Landschap-Alentejo-Portugal-1-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Landschap-Alentejo-Portugal-1-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"2768\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Straatnaambordje-Evora-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2768\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Straatnaambordje-Evora-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Straatnaambordje-Evora-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"2764\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Dorpje-Alentejo-Portugal-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2764\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Dorpje-Alentejo-Portugal-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Dorpje-Alentejo-Portugal-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">The Best 8-Day Alentejo Tour:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#eeeee8\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 1: \u00c9vora, UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/portugal\/alentejo\/wat-te-zien-in-alentejo\/#dorpen-steden\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2691\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00c9vora<\/a><\/strong>, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover its medieval atmosphere. Explore the impressive Roman temple complex, visit the Gothic cathedral, and admire the Capela dos Ossos, decorated with human bones.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 2: Moorish M\u00e9rtola and Charming Beja<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Set out early for M\u00e9rtola, a small town on the banks of the Guadiana River. Here you\u2019ll see Moorish heritage, with narrow streets and whitewashed houses. Visit M\u00e9rtola Castle before continuing on to Beja. Here you\u2019ll find many charming restaurants where you can enjoy a delicious meal featuring local dishes and local wines.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 3: Enjoy nature at the Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leave the cities and culture behind and embrace the tranquility and beauty of nature in the Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana. Hike through the forests, admire the wildflowers, and spot rare bird species. A boat trip on the Guadiana River is also well worth it.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 4: Charming Monsaraz<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Drive to picturesque Monsaraz, a village perched high above the surrounding plains. Stroll through the narrow cobblestone streets and admire the view of Lake Alqueva, Europe\u2019s largest artificial lake. Enjoy a meal at one of the local restaurants and sample the delicious regional wine.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 5: The Alentejo Coast &#8211; Zambujeira do Mar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Drive toward the coast and spend the day in Zambujeira do Mar. Here you\u2019ll find breathtaking cliffs and beautiful beaches. Explore the rocky coastline and take a refreshing dip in the Atlantic Ocean. End the day with dinner at a local seafood restaurant.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 6: Sintra and Cascais<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leave the Alentejo for a day and drive to Sintra, a town known for its fairytale palaces and lush gardens. Visit the colorful Pal\u00e1cio da Pena and explore the mysterious Quinta da Regaleira. Afterward, you can continue on to Cascais, a charming seaside resort, to relax on the beach and enjoy the fresh sea air.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 7: Back to \u00c9vora<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"2767\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Sintra-Portugal-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2767\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Sintra-Portugal-980x651.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Sintra-Portugal-480x319.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"2763\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cascais-vuurtoren-portugal-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2763\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cascais-vuurtoren-portugal-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Cascais-vuurtoren-portugal-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The 3 Most Beautiful Driving Routes from Lisbon to the Alentejo<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Lisbon, you can easily drive to the Algarve in about 3 hours via the E1 highway. But there are more scenic routes that allow you to get to know the region better. You can find more up-to-date information about the region on the official <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitportugal.com\/nl\/destinos\/alentejo\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.visitportugal.com\/nl\/destinos\/alentejo\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit Portugal<\/a> website.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. The N120 along the Costa Vicentina<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This route takes about 3 hours and winds along the beautiful, rugged Costa Vicentina, with small<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">seaside resorts such as Porto Covo and Milfontes.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Portugal&#8217;s Route 66: the EN2<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This road was built after World War II to connect the north with Faro in the Algarve. The route winds through a varied landscape of mountains, hills, and flat areas, which is why it is often compared to Route 66 in the United States. The EN2 stretches 750 kilometers from north to south. You\u2019ll find many charming restaurants and villages along the way.     <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Best route to take:  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lisbon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Montemor-o-Novo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alca\u00e7ovas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Torr\u00e2o-Ferreira do Alentejo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Castro Verde<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. The River Route, along the Guadiana<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Guadiana River flows along the border with Spain and lies just east of Castro Verde, the biosphere reserve. You can cool off and go swimming in the Guadiana River in the park. Lake Alqueva is one of the largest man-made lakes. You\u2019ll pass through Corval, Serpa, Moura, Monsaraz, and M\u00e9rtola.     <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Alentejo Road Trip on a Map<\/h2>\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/0\/embed?mid=1LhFuS72zpNGqR9KfgFlCQLXV093I5Nk&#038;ehbc=2E312F&#038;noprof=1\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accommodation Tips for a Road Trip Through the Alentejo<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Odemira, near the coast but just inland, you&#8217;ll find the unique <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/nature-stay\/craveiral-farmhouse\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/accommodaties\/craveiral-farmhouse\/\"><strong>Craveiral Farmhouse<\/strong><\/a>. A place to truly unwind and enjoy the countryside, the local cuisine, and the unique design of this sustainable hotel. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"17292\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Craveiral-area-15-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Craveiral - swimming pool with lounge chairs\" class=\"wp-image-17292\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Craveiral-area-15-1-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Craveiral-area-15-1-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"17263\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/28214C9B-EEF4-4630-B253-04D3B134EE3F-2767-00000182B8C9A3D6-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Craveiral - vegetable greenhouse\" class=\"wp-image-17263\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/28214C9B-EEF4-4630-B253-04D3B134EE3F-2767-00000182B8C9A3D6-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/28214C9B-EEF4-4630-B253-04D3B134EE3F-2767-00000182B8C9A3D6-480x720.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 683px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"17311\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Craveiral-badkamer-detail.jpg\" alt=\"Craveiral - Bathroom Detail: Sink\" class=\"wp-image-17311\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Craveiral-badkamer-detail.jpg 512w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Craveiral-badkamer-detail-480x720.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 512px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Monsaraz, you&#8217;ll find the Alqueva Dark Sky Reserve <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/nature-stay\/montimerso-skyscape-country-house\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"25587\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Montimerso Skyscape Countryhouse<\/a><\/strong>: eco-luxury and design in the heart of nature.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"25577\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Montimerso-Balao-ao-nascer-do-sol-copy-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"Montimerso - Hot air balloon at sunset and swimming pool\" class=\"wp-image-25577\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"617\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"25562\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/2.-suite-premium-room-617x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Montimerso - Premium Suite - Room\" class=\"wp-image-25562\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"684\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"25563\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3.-Breakfast-balcony-684x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Montimerso - Breakfast on the Balcony\" class=\"wp-image-25563\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#eeeee8\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TIP: Alentejo train tour from Lisbon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Oriente station in Lisbon is about 10 minutes from Lisbon Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Santar\u00e9m: In just 30 minutes, the high-speed train will take you to Portugal\u2019s Gothic capital, where you can enjoy views of the Tagus River valley. From Santar\u00e9m, you can continue on the regional Portalegre train to Nisa, Portalegre, and Elas. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are five trains a day from Entrecampos Station in Lisbon to \u00c9vora on the Intercity service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Entrecampos in Lisbon, you can get to Beja in 2 hours by intercity train.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Road Trip and the Most Beautiful Route Through Alentejo The Alentejo region in Portugal is a wonderful place for a road trip. From historic cities and charming villages to breathtaking nature reserves and stunning coastlines. You\u2019ll need at least a week to get a good sense of the region\u2019s rich culture and natural beauty. 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