26/04/2023
With summer approaching, the only thing on our minds is the best way to enjoy the good weather.
The coming months offer a goldmine of opportunities not to be missed, to add even more time and quality to your holiday days.
In this article, we give you 2 suggestions for a weekend getaway near Lisbon .
Sesimbra, is a charming fishing village on the shores of a beautiful bay, where the calm sea is an inexplicable blue!
Still far from the eyes of big tourism, it remains genuine and faithful to its history, culture, and traditions. With a Moorish castle, older than Portugal and picturesque streets, it is worth venturing to the excellent restaurants in Sesimbra to have a snack, without ever losing sight of the sea.
Perfect for the beach, resting and enjoying good food, it is also an excellent starting point for walks in the Arrábida mountains, a boat trip to meet the dolphins or, even more radical, a diving experience.
All the ingredients for a truly unforgettable romantic getaway, or a fantastic weekend of family activities.
Known for its thermalism, the charming city of Caldas da Rainha has attracted the Portuguese court since the 15th century and with-it great personalities linked to the arts, such as the painter José Malhoa and Bordallo Pinheiro.
From painting to ceramics, the city is dotted with museums, built around the historic Termas building, with its lake and romantic garden.
There are countless good restaurants in Caldas da Rainha e and pastry shops with the famous Trouxas de Ovos, Cavacas and Beijinhos das Caldas, among other conventual sweets. For an extra programme, the beach at foz do Arelho and the Óbidos Lagoon are ideal for resting, picnicking or even trying a lesson of Stand-Up Paddle or canoeing.
You can also follow the dinosaur trail at Dinoparque da Lourinhã, go to Peniche and take the boat to the protected Berlengas island, for unforgettable moments with your partner or family.
