Portalegre

Leaving Marvão, descend the hill to the main road and continue straight ahead on N359 through rocky terrain only occasionally interrupted by signs of habitation to Portalegre, a commercial city dominated by its cathedral. For a dramatic and elevated view of the town as well as the surrounding mountain scenery, take N246-2 to the left on the southern edge of town and, after about 8 kilometers, take a small road to the right. After a couple of kilometers bear left to the highest peak in the area, São Mamede (1,066 meters). You’ll get captivating glimpses of Portalegre, with its cathedral spires jutting against the sky, as you make your way down.