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Portugal often conjures images of sun-drenched beaches, historic cities, and rolling vineyards. But did you know there's another side to...

Less than half an hour's drive from the windmill, you can visit Quinta Vale do Armo , in the picturesque landscape around the town of...

There is no better way to discover the landscape than by walking it. We walk with the dog every morning and evening, and each time there...

Driving through the industrial estate in nearby Abrantes, we had no idea we were so close to the grand old estate of Casa Anadia. Olive...

Just twenty minutes drive from the moinho is the new 'Trilho da Barca d'Amieira' (click here for the official leaflet and map), a walk...

Within a few minutes walk of the windmill, there are several secluded swimming spots on the river to explore. Try an invigorating early...

A private boat trip along the River Tejo is a lovely way to spend an hour or two. Starting from Praia Alamal (where you can pick up a few...

Simon is a wine expert and co-owner of a wine business in Brighton, UK (Ten Green Bottles). If you are interested in learning about...

This is a gorgeous little waterfall, tucked at the bottom of a huge set of rocks, with stunning birds of prey circling overhead. A very...

Whereas the other two main river beaches near the moinho are both down on the banks of the Tejo river, Carvoeiro is perched right up in...

Directly above the main square in Tomar stands the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage-listed ‘Convento de Cristo’, a convent with a mixed...

This is a fascinating and very well-put-together centre, focusing on the role of trees and forests in Portugal. It's great for adults and...

If you are a keen walker, the PR1 includes Belver, Praia do Alamal and Ortiga and forms a loop. It is 16km in length for the whole loop,...

This is the main city of the Northern Alentejo, it is not the prettiest of cities but it has some fantastic restaurants and sits in a...

A beautiful fortress city, not too far from the Spanish border, and about an hour’s drive from the windmill. Castelo de Vide was a haven...

This small town is a nice stop for a morning or afternoon, and is 30 minutes away by car. It has a tenuous connection to the Portugal’s...

This is our closest big city, about 30 minutes drive away. The old town, with its castle and gardens, is perched on top of a hill, while...

Specialising in meat cooked long and slow in their wood-fired oven, this place certainly deserves the accolades it is starting to...

A fantastic small city to visit, about 50 minutes drive away. The city has a pretty river and park, good shops and a quaint town square...

Another river beach with bar, canoes for hire, and a zipwire over the water (not always open but you can ask in the bar). This is a nice...