Historic Villages – Portugal

Twelve villages/towns in Portugal were classified under a 1991 government program called the Historic Villages Program.

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Marialva, Portugal

Marialva is a historic village in Portugal where medieval charm, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultural heritage await.

Monsanto, Portugal

Monsanto is one of the twelve Historical Villages. It is located in a region called Beira Interior and is a hilltop village worth visiting.

Trancoso, Portugal

Trancoso parallels the history of Portugal, and it is a town whose narrow streets and stone houses preserve the medieval atmosphere.

Casas do Côro at Marialva, glamorous village hotel – Portugal

Casas de Côro: a hotel where history whispers, beauty dazzles, and serenity reigns. Experience the allure of ancient charm in every corner.

Sortelha, Portugal

Surmounted by a castle built on a formidable crag at an altitude of 760 metres, Sortelha still retains its mediaeval appearance intact through the architecture of its rural granite houses.

Piodão, Portugal

Piodão, a picturesque village nestled in the heart of Portugal’s Serra do Açor, is one of the twelve Historical Villages.