Historic Villages – Portugal

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

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

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

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

Historic Villages: Embark on a journey through time and tradition along the captivating route of Portugal’s Historic Villages.

Castelo Rodrigo, from its lofty hilltop position, is a small village that looks down over the plateau stretching eastward to Spain.

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