Historic Villages – Portugal

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

To locate the Historical Villages on the map, please access here..

Idanha-a-Velha is one of the twelve Historical Villages was once the site of the ancient and prosperous Roman town of Civitas Igaeditanorum.

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

Castelo Novo, one of the twelve Historic Villages, was built in the 12th century but was badly damaged by the earthquake in 1755.

Welcome to Linhares da Beira, Portugal’s hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Serra da Estrela mountains.

Belmonte has an important Jewish community since the Jewish persecution that happened during Medieval times.

Almeida is classified as a historical village, a fortified town that, when seen from the air, has all the appearance of a 12-pointed star.