Cork oaks, whitewashed hill towns and long, empty Atlantic beaches. Here's what Alentejo is like with the family, when to go and how long to stay.
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April to June and September are warm, green and good for both beaches and hill towns. July and August are very hot inland, so stay on the coast where the Atlantic breeze keeps it cooler. Winter is mild but wetter.
A seaside town where calm river beaches sit next to wild Atlantic ones, great for small children.
A tiny walled village on a hilltop with a castle and views over a huge lake.
Some of Europe's darkest skies, with guided night-time sessions and telescopes.
A chapel lined with human bones in a lovely old city. It may spook younger children.
A castle on a crag with walls you can walk around and views into Spain.
Short sections of this clifftop path are easy for children, with beaches along the way.
Yes, if you want space and quiet. Beaches are uncrowded, food is simple and good, and prices are lower than the Algarve. The Atlantic is cool and can be rough, so pick sheltered or river beaches.
A week works well, split between the coast and an inland town like Évora. Ten nights lets you slow down.
Fly to Lisbon, about two and a half hours, then hire a car. The coast is around two hours' drive south. British passport holders don't need a visa for short stays.
Yes. Towns are spread out and buses are infrequent, so a hire car is the easiest way to get around.
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