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Historic Streets of Monsaraz – Cromlech of Xerez loop from Monsaraz

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Monsaraz

Historic Streets of Monsaraz – Cromlech of Xerez loop from Monsaraz

Moderate

3.5

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Historic Streets of Monsaraz – Cromlech of Xerez loop from Monsaraz

02:53

9.85km

260m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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455 m

Albufeira aguavelva

Highlight • Viewpoint

From the castle wall you have a far-reaching view towards the south and southwest.

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608 m

Porta d'Alcoba

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Porta d'Alcoba – a simple castle gate leading to the parking lot. Access to the walled village is through four granite doors.

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677 m

Main Church of Monsaraz

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The Church of Monsaraz, or Church of Our Lady of Lagoa, was built in the 16th century and rebuilt on two occasions, once following the earthquake of 1755 and once a century later.

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718 m

Historic Streets of Monsaraz

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Monsaraz is one of the best-preserved historic towns in the Alentejo and an old Templar domain. The town still boasts a continuous, enclosed city wall and many preserved historic buildings. …

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811 m

Black-and-white historical photographs of Monsaraz

Highlight • Monument

Although it's at a very high point, I love hiking in this area. Steep climbs with spectacular views.👍🥾

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3.06 km

Cromlech of Xerez

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The Xerez Cromlech stands on open land, close to the Convent of Orada, and with a view of the walls of Monsaraz. It is the second "home" to prevent it from being submerged by the Alqueva dam.

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7.07 km

São Gens

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9.81 km

Monument to Cante Alentejano

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This is a work of art. It is a tribute to Alentejo singing and is located near the Alqueva Viewpoint, as well as the Rota dos Menires and the Churches of Monsaraz.

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9.81 km

View from the Monsaraz car park

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At Mapcarta, the viewpoint is called Miradouro do Alqueva. From here, you have panoramic views of Albufeira de Alqueva and the town of Monsaraz.

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9.85 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.03 km

1.16 km

1.06 km

377 m

216 m

Surfaces

4.72 km

2.32 km

1.30 km

1.16 km

350 m

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

36°C

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Albufeira aguavelva

Porta d'Alcoba

Main Church of Monsaraz

Historic Streets of Monsaraz

Black-and-white historical photographs of Monsaraz

Cromlech of Xerez

Monument to Cante Alentejano

View from the Monsaraz car park

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