
Monsaraz
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Search complete. 6 mentions across 6 episodes found for "Monsaraz".
Sep 21, 2026
Monsaraz: Witches, Templars and the Infinite Lake - self-guided tour

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I live between Lisbon and Alentejo, and I have a confession.
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The first time I came to Monsaraz, I got lost.
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Not in the streets.
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There are only two.
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Harvest Light and Cork Country Roads in Evora
Sep 7 · 1 Mention
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10:33Inês CarvalhoHOST
It is a complex emotion tied to the land and the people, and it deepens with every passing day.
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10:41Inês CarvalhoHOST
Tomorrow, I plan to take a day trip to Monsaraz, a picturesque village perched on a hill overlooking the Alqueva Reservoir.
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10:49Inês CarvalhoHOST
It is about an hour's drive south, and the views are supposed to be spectacular.
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I will also check out the Alqueva Dark Sky Reserve, one of the largest protected dark sky areas in Europe.
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Morning Light on the Roman Temple and Cork Country Roads
Sep 6 · 1 Mention
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The heat begins to rise as I leave the cromlech.
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3:32Inês CarvalhoHOST
I drive towards the village of Monsaraz.
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Perched on a hill overlooking the Alqueva reservoir, the road winds through olive groves and vineyards.
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This is the Alentejo wine route, and September is the start of the vindimas, the grape harvest.
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Evora Harvest Light and Cork Country Roads
Sep 5 · 1 Mention
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9:22Inês CarvalhoHOST
It is a good way to end the day.
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9:25Inês CarvalhoHOST
Tomorrow, I am planning a day trip to Monsaraz.
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9:28Inês CarvalhoHOST
It is a village perched on a hill overlooking the Alqueva Reservoir, one of the largest artificial lakes in Western Europe.
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9:36Inês CarvalhoHOST
The drive is scenic, passing through more olive groves and vineyards.
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Evora's Stone Heart and the Cork Harvest
Sep 3 · 1 Mention
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10:55Inês CarvalhoHOST
It is a place I am learning to call home.
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10:59Inês CarvalhoHOST
Tomorrow, I plan to drive to Monsaraz, a hilltop village overlooking the Alqueva Reservoir.
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11:05Inês CarvalhoHOST
It is a short trip, but it promises stunning views and a different perspective on the region.
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I have already booked the ferry ticket online, a small detail that saves time and hassle.
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Évora's Stone Heart and the Cork Harvest
Sep 2 · 1 Mention
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9:24Inês CarvalhoHOST
It is a good place to be, even if just for a while.
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9:29Inês CarvalhoHOST
Tomorrow, I will head out to Monsaraz, a village perched on a hill overlooking the Alqueva reservoir.
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9:36Inês CarvalhoHOST
It is one of the most picturesque spots in the Alentejo, with whitewashed houses and panoramic views, but for tonight, I am done exploring.
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9:44Inês CarvalhoHOST
I have a bottle of wine waiting, a book to read, and the comfort of a familiar room.