The rice fields are at the heart of life in Comporta and the history of the village. Rice has been cultivated here since 1925. These fields shape and colour the landscape according to the seasons. Whether they are green, yellow or a mirror-like pool of water, they instil magic and rhythm in this region. Where
Comporta is home to a port balanced on stilts, untouched by time and suspended between sky and sea. Located in Carrasqueira on the Sado River who’s starting Alcácer do Sal. This small fishing port is built on a jumble of rough-and-ready landing stages made of openwork planks that rest on stilts. A paradise for lovers
The growing popularity of Comporta is spreading to the other towns and villages around the Herdade da Comporta. This is the case with Melides, a charming haven located a little further south, 20 minutes’ drive away. Here you will find a pretty whitewashed town, blue-painted houses, a covered market in the heart of the centre and,
Portugal is located in the extreme southwest of Europe and is a country with 10 million inhabitants that geographically is privileged by its coastline, which is 943 km long, not forgetting its two archipelagos, Madeira and Azores, within 250 kms and 667 kms respectively. From north to south, each city has its own characteristics. Discover
Although the Comporta region enjoys good weather throughout the year, it sometimes happens that a few raindrops can be seen during your stay, especially in February-March. In fact, winter in Portugal is sunnier than in most European countries.Essential for local agriculture, this rainfall helps to shape the green landscapes of the Alentejo, between rice fields
In Europe, when we think of vacations, the first months that come to mind are July and August. Many because of the ease of their children’s school vacations, many because they are sure that summer and heat are assured. It is well-founded, however, that in Portugal the climate is so hot during the year that
Carrasqueira is probably the most traditional of the small villages in Comporta. It is located 1:15 from Lisbon, on the banks of the mouth of the Sado River, opposite Setùbal. It is famous for its port on stilts, with old wooden mooring lines for the local fishing boats. Carrasqueira in Comporta also houses original fishing
Portugal is a relatively small country with just over 10 million people. The country is divided into regions and some archipelagos, with an extensive and diverse coastline. There are beaches of all types, white or dark sand, coastal cliffs, large estuaries, bays, coastal lagoons, sheltered bays, headlands, and islands or islets. The forestation is as
Portugal is a country that became visible a few years ago and since then is increasingly sought after by more and more tourists. There is sun, good food, excellent wine, beaches for all tastes and it is a small country that allows a quick movement from place to place. Alentejo has never been as famous
