The Top 10 Attractions around Palhais
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Palhais. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Palhais is a region where 10
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 17, 2025
Dornes Village
Highlight • Settlement
Beautifully embraced by the Zêzere River, Dornes is a picturesque village where time stands still. An enchanting place to discover off the beaten track, located in the north zone of Castelo de Bode dam, half an hour away from Tomar.
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Cascata dos Pios
Highlight • Waterfall
It's not as easy as you might think. With the rain, you risk slipping and breaking your face. Don't hesitate to start your "live tracking", it could be useful especially if you walk alone....
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Sanctuary of Our Lady of Pranto
Highlight • Religious Site
It is worth going beyond the village of the Church of Ns Senhora do Pranto towards the Dornes cemetery and arriving at the tip where you can see the Zezere …
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Fonte do Lavadouro
Highlight • Waterfall
Very nice descent of this small stream, waterfall after waterfall, a real pleasure but be careful it is quite slippery in places.
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Zêzere River Beach
Highlight • Beach
This very small detour allows you to go to a river beach that looks like a lake, a very picturesque place where you can take a bath in the summer, or relax peacefully before continuing on your journey.
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Castelo do Bode Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
The Albufeira do Castelo do Bode is a large and spectacular reservoir, created by the dam of the same name on the Zêzere River. It is one of the largest …
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Center of Portugal – Picoto da Melriça Geodesic Landmark
Highlight • Monument
This location, at an altitude of around 600 metres, offers a 360º view over a vast area, where the Serra da Lousã and Serra da Estrela stand out. This center, …
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Pedestrian Bridge Over the Zêzere River
Highlight • Bridge
At the beginning of the tour it is still quite ugly because of woodwork, then comes the most beautiful part of the tours Zezere1-3. However, from Foz de Alge you hike almost exclusively on tarred roads.
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Municipal Market
Highlight • Structure
In this small market, you'll find all kinds of regional products from local producers, all with high quality.
The service and cleanliness of the space are excellent, and the aroma of fresh produce is in the air.
The service and cleanliness of the space are excellent, and the aroma of fresh produce is in the air.
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View of the Zêzere River Valley
Highlight • Viewpoint
Beautifully located parking lot with a great panoramic view over the valley, there is also space for 1-2 tents.
Although it is located directly on the street, there is little traffic.
Although it is located directly on the street, there is little traffic.
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