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solopes Says: Built in the 16Th century, this convent for long used by the monks was abandoned and ruined. In the 19th century it was sold to private owners, that 60 years ago decided to recuperate it. In 1990 it was sold to Fundação Oriente, that now manages the place.The visits are...
solopes Says: One of the best details of Arrábida is the small beach of Portinho. After the revolution irregular construction took place of the sand, spoiling the views and turning the visit a nightmare to enter, park or exit. Demolition was ordered, and the beach turned back to its...
solopes Says: Just across the river from Setubal, a tiny stripe of sand, holds a long and desert beach, only here and there punctuated by accesses and public services. The northern tip of the peninsula is under reconstruction, with some luxurious facilities promised to the place. But,...
solopes Says: Less then an hour by car south of Lisbon, the Arrábida holds a natural park, that embraces some wonderful beaches. Portinho da Arrábida (with some access restrictions) Galapos and Figueirinha (Fernanda's favorite) are an alternative, very hard to choose. So, go there, enjoy...
bambino36 Says: Along the cliffs of the Arrabida Mountain there are a lot of beaches like the one on the picture that can't be seen from the road. So everytime there is a stair near the road... probably it goes down to a beach like this one.
Arrábida Convent - Small Chapels
bambino36 Says: These chapels in number of six and located on top of the mountain used to serve the pilgrims and hermits of that arrived to the convent
bambino36 Says: The foundation of the Arrábida Convent is wrapped up in a pious legend. It began in 1215, when a english merchant called Haidebrant brought in his ship an image of Our Lady with Jesus infant, carved in stone and retired from the chapel of a Benidictine Convent. The image...
bambino36 Says: This is probably the best known beach in the Arrabida Mountain cliffs. Portinho da Arrabida is definately a stop for everyone visiting the area.
NunoF Says: Sheltered cove with a beach of fine white sand and crystal clear sea, popular with underwater fishermen.
NunoF Says: Half-hidden among the trees on the southern slopes of the Serra, overlooking the sea, this 16th century building was once a Franciscan monastery. Whenever I see this monastery I don't know why but I always remember The Mists of Avalon.
solopes Says: From Setubal, there are two roads following the mountain. If you want to "use" Arrábida, follow the one in the base, that takes you to the several beaches, always close to the sea. In summer, be prepared to a jammed traffic.If you want to "see" Arrábida, use the road atop...
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Sheltered cove with a beach of fine white sand and crystal clear sea, popular with underwater fishermen.
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