Things to do in Monchique
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Igreja Matriz
The igreja matriz has an extraordinary, star-shaped Manueline porch decorated with twisted columns that look like lengths of knotted rope, and a simple interior, with columns topped with more stony rope, and some fine chapels, including one whose vault contains beautiful 17th-century glazed tiles showing Sts Francis and Michael killing the devil.
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Jardim das Oliveiras
About 2km from Monchique just off the road to Fóia (signposted), this atmospheric place, with beamed ceilings, serves up regional dishes. Outdoors, the garden, shady trees, hammocks and seating scream ‘long lunch’. It is known for its javali (wild boar), wild rabbit and game dishes.
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Barlefante
Signposted off the town’s main drag, this fun place has a touch of the burlesque, with hot-pink walls, red-velvet alcoves, ornate mirrors and green chandeliers. Excellent tapas (aka sandwiches). It’s young Monchique’s hippest haunt.
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Alternativtour
Alternativtour offers many activities, including guided walks (€20), mountain-biking tours (€35), canoeing trips (€25) or combined mountain-biking and canoeing trips (€55). Minimum persons apply, however.
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A Charrete
Touted as the town’s best eatery for its regional specialities, this place serves reliably good cuisine amid country rustic charm. A few favourites include cabbage with spicy sausages and award-winning honey flan for dessert.
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Outdoor Tours
Dutch-run Outdoor Tours offers biking (€24 to €35), kayaking (€23) and walking trips (€19) both in and around the Serra Monchique.
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Nature Walk
The German-run Nature Walk organises one-day walking trips to nearby 773m Picota peak (€20 per person) and full-moon walks during summer.
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Restaurante O Parque
Directly opposite the tourist office, this cosy local haunt serves good, honest down-to-earth dishes. Many workers head here for lunch.
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