The Alcobaça Monastery is a Roman Catholic monastic complex located in the town of Alcobaça, in central Portugal, some 120km north of Lisbon. The monastery was established in 1153 by the first Portuguese king, Afonso Henriques, and would develop a close association with the Portuguese monarchy throughout its seven-century-long history.

Claudia

September 29, 2021

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We recommend. Architecture, church and cloister are worth seeing.

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David Howells

February 17, 2021

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The Alcobaca Monastery is a Roman Catholic monastic complex located in the town of Alcobaça, in central Portugal, some 120km north of Lisbon. The monastery was established in 1153 by the first Portuguese king, Afonso Henriques, and would develop a close association with the Portuguese monarchy throughout its seven-century-long history. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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1. Cistercian Arch – Alcobaça Monastery loop from Bairro Nossa Senhora da Paz

4.72km

01:15

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Alcobaça Town Hall – Alcobaça Monastery loop from Quinta do Almeida

9.84km

02:54

270m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Alcobaça Monastery – Alcobaça Town Hall loop from Aljubarrota

13.7km

03:49

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 30 m

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Location: Alcobaça, Leiria, Portugal

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Alcobaça Monastery

1. Cistercian Arch – Alcobaça Monastery loop from Bairro Nossa Senhora da Paz

2. Alcobaça Town Hall – Alcobaça Monastery loop from Quinta do Almeida

3. Alcobaça Monastery – Alcobaça Town Hall loop from Aljubarrota

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