Ferraria de São João: A Quiet Village Wrapped in Oaks and Mountain Light
Ferraria de São João blends history, nature, and calm. Perfect for a slow, reflective day trip through Central Portugal.
Castelo de Montemor-o-Velho: A Journey Through Time in Portugal’s Timeless Heartland
A Fortress Above the Mondego The silhouette of Castelo de Montemor-o-Velho rises dramatically above the floodplains of the Mondego Valley, its weathered stone walls tracing the outline of a past stretching back…
We Took a Random Turn and Found a Hidden Village in the Mountains
We stumbled upon Aldeia da Pena by chance — a remote slate village hidden in the mountains of Central Portugal. What we found was silence, soul, and one of the most memorable meals we’ve ever had.