Charles’s guidebook

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Charles’s guidebook

Sightseeing

The most westerly point of Europe.
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Kaap Roca
s/n Estrada do Cabo da Roca
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The most westerly point of Europe.
One of many wine cellars in the area where you can sample some of the finest Colares DOC wines.
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Regional de Colares Winery
32 Alameda Cel. Linhares de Lima
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One of many wine cellars in the area where you can sample some of the finest Colares DOC wines.
A vineyard offering wine tours and producing some of the finest wines in the area.
Casal Sta. Maria
18 R. Principal
A vineyard offering wine tours and producing some of the finest wines in the area.
One of the most secluded beaches of the Sintra coastline. Be warned- access is a difficult climb down the cliffs, but well worth it.
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Ursa beach
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One of the most secluded beaches of the Sintra coastline. Be warned- access is a difficult climb down the cliffs, but well worth it.
One of the most beautiful beaches of Europe. There is a fantastic seafood restaurant right on the beach.
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Adraga Beach
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One of the most beautiful beaches of Europe. There is a fantastic seafood restaurant right on the beach.
One of the best known beaches on the area, here you can find many bars, restaurants and surf schools
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Praia Grande
41 Avenida Alfredo Coelho
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One of the best known beaches on the area, here you can find many bars, restaurants and surf schools
One of the lesser known beaches of the area. Access is down a long flight of stairs. At low tide it is possible to walk all the way to Magoito. Even at high tide, the walks along the cliffs are delightful
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Praia da Aguda
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One of the lesser known beaches of the area. Access is down a long flight of stairs. At low tide it is possible to walk all the way to Magoito. Even at high tide, the walks along the cliffs are delightful
One of the best known farmers' markets of the area, every Saturday and Sunday. Only a very short walk from Casa Bolacha.
Mercado de Santo André
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One of the best known farmers' markets of the area, every Saturday and Sunday. Only a very short walk from Casa Bolacha.
One of the lesser known palaces of Sintra, this hidden gem is just a short drive away. The grounds are fantastic, and there is a large area of forest surrounding the palace with innumerable trails.
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Park en paleis Monserrate
Rua Visconde de Monserrate
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One of the lesser known palaces of Sintra, this hidden gem is just a short drive away. The grounds are fantastic, and there is a large area of forest surrounding the palace with innumerable trails.
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Klooster van de Capuchos
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Ecoaldeia de Janas
15 R. do Luzio
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Neighborhoods

A traditional village in the heart of the Sintra, on the edge of the forest. Many trails lead from here (both walking and BTT) onto the mountain.
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Penedo
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A traditional village in the heart of the Sintra, on the edge of the forest. Many trails lead from here (both walking and BTT) onto the mountain.
A picturesque village on the edge of continental Europe. Many restaurant options available.
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Azóia
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A picturesque village on the edge of continental Europe. Many restaurant options available.
Almoçageme is a traditional market village with multiple mini-markets, shops, cafes, restaurants, and a laundromat. Most of the local services can be found here.
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Almoçageme
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Almoçageme is a traditional market village with multiple mini-markets, shops, cafes, restaurants, and a laundromat. Most of the local services can be found here.
Set by the ancient Colares river the village hosts a regular flea market every weekend, alongside several restaurants, cafes and gift shops.
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Colares
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Set by the ancient Colares river the village hosts a regular flea market every weekend, alongside several restaurants, cafes and gift shops.
Beautiful village perched on the steep cliffs overlooking the ocean.
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Azenhas do Mar
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Beautiful village perched on the steep cliffs overlooking the ocean.

Food scene

Many great food options, live music and regular events. Great playpark for children within sight of the restaurants.
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Aldeia da Praia - Antiga Colonia de Ferias da CP
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Many great food options, live music and regular events. Great playpark for children within sight of the restaurants.
Traditional Portuguese restaurant, a hidden gem.
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Restaurante Central
100 R. da Liberdade
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Traditional Portuguese restaurant, a hidden gem.
Lovely family-run restaurant serving traditional Portuguese fare. Good value lunch menu.
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Pensão Sisudo
14 Largo Miguel Bombarda
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Lovely family-run restaurant serving traditional Portuguese fare. Good value lunch menu.
Barbecue restaurant only open for lunch with a buzzing atmosphere.
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Refúgio do Ciclista
Largo do Chafariz
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Barbecue restaurant only open for lunch with a buzzing atmosphere.
Art gallery and vegan restaurant showcasing the finest of local produce.
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Flores do Cabo
141 Estr. dos Capuchos
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Art gallery and vegan restaurant showcasing the finest of local produce.
Traditional Portuguese food, with a great terrace.
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Toca do Júlio
12 Estr. do Rodízio
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Traditional Portuguese food, with a great terrace.
Great pizzas in an informal setting just down the road from Casa Bolacha.
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Roulot Da Gigi
Rua de Santo André
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Great pizzas in an informal setting just down the road from Casa Bolacha.
Traditional Portuguese restaurant in Azoia
3 Gomes Restaurante
23 Estrada do Cabo da Roca
Traditional Portuguese restaurant in Azoia
One of our favourites in Azoia, with a globally inspired menu.
Casa do Mar Sem Fim
2 Rua das Corredouras
One of our favourites in Azoia, with a globally inspired menu.
Best coffee and pastries in Almoçageme.
Café Adraga
2 Tv. Mira Serra
Best coffee and pastries in Almoçageme.
The Clube Recreativo de Praia das Maças is the new location of Shani's Kitchen, a great vegetarian option in the area.
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of Apples Beach Recreation Club
31 Av. Eugene Levy
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The Clube Recreativo de Praia das Maças is the new location of Shani's Kitchen, a great vegetarian option in the area.
Delightful cocktail bar with incredible views over the ocean.
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Moinho Dom Quixote
5 R. dos Moinhos
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Delightful cocktail bar with incredible views over the ocean.
A local craft beer hangout.
HopSin BrewPub
1 Avenida do Atlântico
A local craft beer hangout.
Good value seafood restaurant with an amazing location
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Restaurante d'Adraga
Rua da Praia da Adraga
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Good value seafood restaurant with an amazing location
Portuguese dining with a dash of style
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Restaurante Ribeirinha de Colares
71 Av. dos Bombeiros Voluntários
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Portuguese dining with a dash of style
Almocageme