Camping in Alentejo
17 campsites in Portugal, Alentejo
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Picture beautiful beaches, warm sunshine and the Atlantic stretching away into the distance. It really is appealing, and Costa Do Vizir is the perfect spot for a family-friendly holiday. Located in Porto Covo on the west coast of Portugal, this site has an aquatic area, a beach a few metres away, varied activities, top-end accommodation and high-quality facilities. There is an exceptional fine dining restaurant on-site, and you will find the site's other restaurant on the beach, where you can watch the sunset.
A tranquil, lakeside site in an unspoilt setting, this will appeal most to those nature lovers who want to ‘get away from it all’ and to those who enjoy country pursuits such as walking, fishing and riding. There are 130 casual unmarked pitches on undulating grass and sand with ample electricity connections (16A). The site is lit but a torch is required. The friendly Dutch owner has carefully planned the site so each pitch has its own oak tree to provide shade. The open countryside and lake provide excellent views and a very pleasant environment.
Nestled in green hills near two pretty white villages, close to the beautiful Praia Odeceixe (beach) is the attractive camping park São Miguel. The site works on a maximum number of 700 campers and there are no defined pitches; you find your own place under the tall trees. There are ample 6/10A electrical points and the land slopes away gently. The impressive main building with its traditional Portuguese architecture is built around two sides of a large grassy square. There are Lisbon arcade-style verandas to sit under and enjoy a drink, coffee or meal while taking in the view across the square to the attractive pool.
Monte das Louzeiras is a family-run campsite with Swiss and Portuguese roots, where guests are invited to connect with the way of rural life. This is not a typical campsite, but rather an immersive experience on a sprawling 40-hectare estate, surrounded by olive groves and vineyards. There are 25 spacious touring pitches available to choose from, situated among olive trees that provide shade and seclusion from other campers.
Zmar Eco Campo is located near Zambujeira do Mar, on the Alentejo coast. It is a highly ambitious initiative developed along very strict environmental lines. Renewable resources such as locally harvested timber and recycled plastic are used wherever possible and the main complex of buildings is clean cut and impressive. A terrace overlooks an open-air pool that seems to go on forever. The 132 pitches are 90 sq.m. and some, mainly for tents or smaller caravans and motorhomes, benefit from artificial shade. All have 16A electricity. Caravans and wood-clad mobile homes are also available to rent.
This is a small, adult-only campsite tucked away in the charming Alentejo, about 60 km due east of ancient Evora. This is the jewel in the region's crown, with fabulous sightseeing, including the cathedral, elegant squares, Roman temple and Chapel of Bones for starters. There's so much cultural richness that the whole town is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The nearest village is Rosário, just 2 km away.
Close to the historic former provincial capital (now a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Camping Évora is well located for a short stay to explore the fascinating town and its castle.
Camping Serro da Bica is cozy site in Portugal that is open all year round. Located near the town of Ourique and directly on the river Mira. From your caravan, motorhome or tent you have a beautiful view over the rolling landscape. During the winter period it is the place to be. The climate in the south Alentejo is wonderful. You will feel the freedom and experience the peace and space on the spacious pitches. The site is a great base for a beautiful hiking or mountain biking trip, a pleasant day out or a visit to the Algarve. Albufeira is less than 50 minutes away. The Westcoast takes 60 minutes. From Serro da Bica you can experience the south of Portugal at its best. If you’re wondering about local amenities, you’ll be pleased to find that Ourique, 10 minutes’ drive away, has a large supermarket, several small shops, cafés and restaurants.
Close to the centre of the pretty resort of Vila Nova de Milfontes and its beach, this is a neat, well-kept site. The pitches are of a reasonable size and are set amongst tall pines which offer some shade. Many have 6A electrical connections. Opposite the site entrance is the town’s covered market, and close by are all the usual shops, bars and restaurants. There are many fine beaches along this coast (Costa Vicentina) and the huge Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano extends away to the south for over 80 km. with numerous walking and cycling tracks to enjoy, as well as some remarkable flora and wildlife.
This popular site is within walking distance of the beach and the town, with a covered market, shops, bars and restaurants. There are opportunities for watersports, fishing, canoeing and swimming from the resort beaches. Well-lit and fenced, the site has around 900 shady pitches (740 for touring units) on sandy terrain, many marked out and divided by hedges. There is an area, mainly for motorhomes, where you park under the trees. Some pitches are small, and cars may have to be parked in an internal car park. Electricity (6A) is available throughout.
This is a site in a popular, small seaside resort where a fairly large proportion of the pitches are occupied by Portuguese owned seasonal units. However, it has a reasonable sense of space as you pass the security barrier to reception, which is part of the village square area with some well established apartments to rent. The pitches are somewhat small but are hedged, reasonably level, all have electricity (5A), and are shaded. The beaches are a short walk and feature steep cliffs and pleasant sandy shores. If you do not want to venture out to the beach then the site has a swimming pool located behind the restaurant, with areas for sunbathing. Dedicated barbecue areas are close to the pools. A shop stocks the essentials and some souvenirs. A jolly bar and restaurant with terrace cleverly operates across the boundary of the site and it offers a varied Portuguese menu (popular with the locals) at very reasonable prices.
Camping Villa Park Zambujeira offers an idyllic escape on the Atlantic coast in Alentejo region of Portugal, .Whether you're a seasoned camper or prefer the comfort of a bungalow, Camping Villa Park Zambujeira has accommodations to suit your needs. The campsite offers 750 pitches for touring units with 6/16-amp hook-up points and 26 cosy bungalows or chalets for rent. Surrounded by lush eucalyptus trees and fragrant shrubs, this terraced campsite provides a serene and private setting for your vacation. Enjoy the sun, sea, and sand with plenty of swimming opportunities nearby.
Set amongst unspoilt mountain scenery in the spectacular Serra de São Mamede National Park, Camping Asseiceira is a British-owned site where visitors receive a warm welcome. The Spanish border is just eight kilometres away, and there's a historic frontier feel about this rugged, untamed region that was once strategically important. Arranged in a small olive grove are 15 touring pitches with 10A electricity available and five tent pitches. Views rise up to the spectacular medieval castle and the ancient town of Marvão, a real eagle's nest. This is a small, pleasant, well-cared-for site with few facilities, although the Santo António das Areias village is only a few minutes walk with shops, restaurants and a bank. There is plenty of cultural and historical sightseeing in the surrounding area.
This really is rural Portugal. Set in rolling countryside in a working olive grove, Os Anjos (The Angels) is an ideal spot from which to explore this lesser-known corner of the Alentejo. The white fortified town of Campo Maior is within walking distance, and the historic city of Elvas, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a short drive away.
Enjoy the peace and quiet of the Alentejo, but near Lisbon. This is what this campsite, located opposite the Montargil reservoir with its fresh-water beach and pier, can offer you. You can take part in water sports, such as jet-ski, windsurfing or water-skiing on the reservoir, or, simply, go for a sail. If you prefer peace and quiet, you can enjoy unique moments of relaxation while fishing in beautiful surroundings. Montargil campsite has modern facilities and is in a truly wonderful landscape. It has accommodation and commercial services, as well as a fine restaurant with outstanding dishes such as sirloin steak with asparagus crumbs.
The campsite is pleasant, offers plenty of shade and is only 600m from the beach. With a huge entrance off the road, then a 500 m. drive through a pine forest to the camping area, this is a very large site with good sized, touring pitches, generally on slightly sloping ground, and a similar number of seasonal caravans. In places the numerous tall pines concentrate the mind when manoeuvring, although they do provide shade. Some pitches at the top of site have sea views and benefit from a modern toilet block. The resort of Vila Nova de Milfontes is an easy drive away and has a range of shops, bars and restaurants, together with an indoor market. The beaches along this stretch of coast are excellent, gently shelving, with rocks, cliffs and an area of large dunes.
Beirã-Marvão is a family run campsite close to the Spanish border, in the Serra de São Mamede National Park. This is very much rural camping and the Dutch owners’ aim is that the campsite should have a negligible impact on the surroundings. After the attractive traditional reception building, a rough track climbs to the hill-top where there are touring pitches on roughly-cut terraces between olive trees. The track then descends to an open field, with more cork, oak and olive trees, where there are further pitches. There is space for 33 touring units and 20 tents, with 30 electrical connections (6/10A) available; long cables and possibly levelling blocks may be needed in places.
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Alentejo
With huge, sparsely populated plains dominated by vast cork plantations, which provide nearly half of the world’s cork, Alentejo’s main attractions include the historic city of Évora and the coastal resorts with their fine, sandy beaches.
One of the most impressive cities in Portugal, Évora lies on a gently sloping hill rising out of the huge Alentejo plain. A city steeped in history, the Romans and Moors occupied it for centuries. With its narrow streets of Moorish origin and white-washed houses, it also boasts one of the best-preserved Roman temples in the country, plus various palaces and monuments, the majority dating from the 14th-16th centuries.
One of the more extraordinary sights can be found in the Capela dos Ossos in the church of São Francisco; adorning the walls and pillars of this chamber are the bones of more than 5,000 monks. On the Alentejo coast is the small, peaceful town of Santiago do Cacém, which has two of the best beaches in Portugal. The nearby archaeological site at Miróbriga includes ruins of a hippodrome, several houses (some of which have mural paintings) and a clearly defined acropolis. Further south along the coast is Porto Côvo and the larger, popular resort of Vila Nova de Milfontes, which has a little castle and ancient port.
Alentejo is made up of four districts: Beja, Évora, Setubal, and Portalegre.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Places of interest
Arraiolos: Ancient town, 17th-century castle, famous for its carpets.
Beja: Provincial town founded by Julius Caesar, 13th-century castle.
Borba: Pretty town, noted for its marble and wine.
Elvas: Ancient fortress town, 15th-century aqueduct.
Estremoz: A market town, medieval castle.
Odemira: A quiet, characterful country town.
Reguengos de Monsaraz: A charming, unspoiled village with white-washed houses.
Vila Viçosa: An attractive hillside town, 16th-century convent.
CUISINE OF THE REGION
Cuisine of the region
Alentejo was traditionally an important wheat-growing region (it is frequently referred to as the ‘granary of Portugal’). Local specialities include sopa de cação (skate soup), made from fish and bread, and ensopado de borrego (lamb stew).
Cheeses of the region include queijo de Serpa and queijos de Niza, made from goats’ milk. The queijos de Évora, made from ewes’ milk, is smaller in size with a strong, spicy flavour.
Arroz Doce (rice pudding topped with cinnamon) is the traditional dessert for festivals and parties and is to be found all over the country.