In 2026, Baixo Alentejo holds the title of European City of Wine. The mining town of Aljustrel is the starting point for, glass in hand, discovering the landscape, ancient heritage and the authentic flavors of the region.
After Serra d’Ossa, in 2025, all wine tourism paths continue to point towards Alentejo. A region where wine has been produced for more than two thousand years, Baixo Alentejo is, in 2026, the. The initiative considers the Baixo Alentejo region, which covers 13 of the 14 municipalities in the Beja district and highlights thean ancient heritage that has been gaining increasing prominence.
The village of Aljustrel, which until February 7th promotes the initiativeis the starting point of this journey. Here, a new tourist route invites you to explore Minas Gerais’ past and at the same time discover cellars of Talha Wine, fermented as in Roman times, in clay amphorae. The Route “From Mine to Talha Wine” starts ata lively space animated by the sound of Cante Alentejano. The highlights of the visit to Parque Mineiro are the immersive tunnel, the descent into the mine 30 meters below the surface and the simulation of an explosion.
Following National Road 2, on the outskirts of Aljustrel you will discover the. The tavern spirit remains in the soul of the house and at the table authentic and rare pearls of Alentejo recipes are served, such as lamb’s heads roasted in the oven.
The route goes to one of the municipality’s wineries, most of which are located in Ervidel, such as Adega do Varrasquinho, one of the usual stopping points on the traditional route that offers a taste of new wine in São Martinho. 15 km from Ervidel, but already in the municipality of Beja, the invites you to immerse yourself in the tranquility of the Alentejo landscape. This agritourism unit located on an estate with more than 1600 hectares, is a living showcase of rural activities, with emphasis on wine production
Integrated into the initiativeseveral wineries open their doors and promote wine tourism programs throughout the year. Consider visiting Adega Cooperativa Vidigueira, Cuba and Alvito; or walk through in Vila de Frades, which starts at the Roman Villa of São Cucufate and includes the Interpretive Center. As an alternative to carved wine, wines from the region’s queen grape variety, Antão Vaz, can be tasted at Quinta do Quetzal, a place where the terroir unique of meets art. In the neighboring municipality ofwe stop at Amareleja to visit Adega Piteira, where the tastings are moments that bring together culture and tradition. Further south, inan experience with Adega do Montado is reserved, which may include a visit and wine tasting accompanied by cheeses from the region. Moments that gain even greater charm at sunset.
This week’s Green Walk begins at Barragem do Roxo, near the town of Ervidel, and runs along trails and walkways in the Aljustrel mining complex.
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