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on the Al Mossassa route
discover the history of Marvão
Ibn Maruán gave his name to Marvão and, at the beginning of Autumn, alongside Badajoz, we celebrate the memory of the foundation of this citadel atop the Sapoio mountain range with a major historical recreation event, “Al Mossassa”. On this route we will discover all the history and surrounding landscape of Marvão, ending the walk between the walls to celebrate these days.
• discover all the history and surrounding landscape of Marvão
• visit the Roman city of Ammaia and the kilns of Escusa
• take part in the Al Mossassa historical recreation with a celebratory toast
choose your experience
walking tour | 4 October
"from Ammaia to Marvão"
cultural experience | 5 October
"feeling the Foundation of Marvão"
prices from €60 / person
included in all experiences
mandatory insurance; guide; access to the locations indicated in the programme
for groups departing from Curia
travel in a tourist vehicle, adapted to the size of the group
onsite registrations (transport not included) for the walk on 4 October
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all conditions and terms of participation can be consulted here: *
available dates:
04 | 05 October
walking tour (commemorative route) + cultural event
linear trail / ~8km / nature+urban / easy ++
conditions:
takes place with a minimum of 6 participants
booking is mandatory
recommended equipment:
comfortable footwear for walking, weather-appropriate clothing, small backpack, water and a hat or sun protection
information for international visitors:
if you prefer Portuguese, please check the Portuguese version for full details and support
We begin our walk with a visit to the Roman city of Ammaia. We continue along the ash tree tunnel in São Salvador da Aramenha to “Petiscos da Olga” for an Alentejo snack before discovering the Roman kilns and lime burners of Escusa.
We advance via the Roman bridge over the Ribeira das Trutas stream until we reach Portagem, where we cross the Sever River next to the river beach, via the medieval bridge that gave the locality its name.
We begin our ascent up the medieval stone pathway to Marvão, which we explore, and where we will take part in Al Mossassa, bringing our itinerary to a close with a celebratory toast.
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available dates: 04 | 05 October
• discover the ancient heritage and historical recreation in Marvão
• enjoy an Alentejo snack and a final celebratory toast
don't miss the opportunity to secure your place on this journey into the past
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