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18 May 2023

History of the Philippine Bridge in Pedrogão Pequeno

The Philippine Bridge in Pedrógão Pequeno is a historic bridge located in the municipality of Sertã, Portugal. The bridge was built in the 17th century during the reign of Philip III of Spain, who also ruled Portugal as Philip II. The bridge was built to...

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30 August 2022

Come and discover the Zêzere River.

Beginning in the Serra da Estrela mountain range and ending at the Tagus River in Constância, the Zêzere River is approximately 1900m high and 242km long, making it the second longest river entirely within Portugal. It starts in the Beira Alta region, flows through the...

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23 August 2022

Sertã – A Village Full of History

Sertã is a Portuguese town located in the district of Castelo Branco, subdivided into 10 parishes. It lies in a schist valley, where maritime pines predominate, and more recently, eucalyptus trees. The western edge of the municipality is bathed by the Zêzere River, more specifically...

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16 August 2022

Where is Pedrógão Pequeno located?

In central Portugal, between Castelo Branco and Coimbra, lies the Schist Villages Network, comprising 27 villages across 16 municipalities. The area is primarily composed of schist mountains, which are a significant part of the territory’s identity. Thanks to these stones, villages that were once in...

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22 October 2021

A love story with Beirão

Did you know that Licor Beirão originated from a beautiful love story? Yes, it’s true, it all started with a love story. And who doesn’t love a good love story? This one is rich, full of romance and unexpected adventures. It all began at the...

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2 September 2021

Our Lady “Sra. da Confiança”

The Chapel of Nossa Sra da Confiança is located on a hill near the village of Pedrógão Pequeno, offering a phenomenal view of the Cabril Dam, as well as the Serra da Lousã and Sicó mountains, and on clear days, even the Serra da Estrela...

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7 August 2021

A journey through the gastronomy of Sertã

There are many gastronomic options in this region, which is known for its delicious snacks. Here is a brief journey through the gastronomy of Sertã and its most characteristic dishes. We begin, of course, with Maranhos, whose origins in the municipality date back to the...

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