Introducing Estremoz
Along with neighbouring Borba and Vila Viçosa, Estremoz is one of the region’s well-known marble towns. Because there is so much fine marble in this region – rivalling that in Carrara, Italy – it’s used all over the place: even the cobbles are rough chunks of marble.
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Ringed by an old protective wall, Estremoz has an attractive centre set with peaceful plazas, orange tree–lined lanes and a hilltop castle and convent. It’s a simple provincial town, with lots of elderly folk and shops selling farm tools, though visitors can also load up on earthenware pottery, preserved plums and goat’s cheese – all of which are available at the great market that fills the huge central square on Saturday.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: First time in Portugal - Start in Lisbon
by mredman 02 September 2011
Public transport is really fine for bigger or touristy places - Sintra, Cascais, Evora. Estremoz isn't too difficult to visit from Evora…
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RE: Itinerary Question - 10 days
by mredman 30 August 2011
If you rent a car, the best route is Lisbon - Evora - Estremoz - Elvas - Vila Vicosa - Monsaraz - Mourao - Moura - Serpa - Mertola - Tavira.…
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RE: Spain/Portugal in Oct
by mredman 22 August 2011
22 full days is plenty of time to visit lots of places in both Spain and Portugal if you have a car. If you take a car you can stop…
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