The first records of this
Convent date back to 1268,
when the S. Francisco
Community appeared
in Beja.
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he Pousada de Beja, created
from the former Convent of São
Francisco, is an Historic Hotel
where luxury is reflected in every detail
and attention, welcoming each guest
with the finest treatment. The calm
and serenity one feels within these
centennial walls go side by side with
the excellence of the service and the
profusion of the scents of its regional
gastronomy, offering an unique
experience of absolute pleasure and
indulgence to those seeking a true oasis
on the plain of Alentejo Region.
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In the old Franciscan
refectory, devotion is created
today to the best and most
refined flavours of the
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The long corridors
of the Pousada of Beja
exude serenity and seclusion
– ideal for days of total
relaxation.
FACILITIES
Largo D. Nuno Álvares Pereira 7801-901 Beja Tel: +351 284 313 580 Fax: +351 284 329 143 e-mail: guest@pestana.com www.pousadas.pt
GPS
N: 38 00.766
W: 7 51.611
Historical Surroundings
Air Conditioning
Outdoor Swimming Pool
Tennis Courts
Games Room
Parking
Bar
Restaurant
Gardens
Meeting Room
Exchange
Credit Cards
WiFi Access
Laundry Service
34 Rooms
1 Suite
Barragem 55 km
Praia Fluvial 55 km
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RESTAURANT
OF THE POUSADA
It is said that the best meal is the one
enjoyed with calm and concentration,
during which nothing will distract you
from its flavours.
The Restaurant of the Pousada
de São Francisco still retains the friendly
and relaxing atmosphere from the
refectory of the Franciscan Monks.
It is the ideal setting to exercise all
senses, inviting you to fully and slowly
appreciate the traditional flavours of the
Number of seats: 60 to 140
Os pratos estão sujeitos a alteração sem aviso prévio.
RESTAURANT
OF THE POUSADA
SPECIALITIES
Regional Tomato Soup
S. Francisco Convent Codfish
Lamb Stew Shepherd’s Style
Pousada’s Pastry
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eja is an oasis of history and
tranquillity. In the heart of
the Alentejo plain, history and
gastronomy play a crucial role. Historical
records show that this region was
already inhabited during the Bronze Age.
In 48 B.C., the Roman Emperor Julius
Caesar named the region as “Pax Julia”
(the peace of Julius) and came to declare
it the capital town. Beja was the stage of
many conquests and reconquests. A tour
through the oldest streets of the city
is a journey through its history.
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During the Roman domain,
Beja was called “Pax Julia”,
in celebration of the pacification
of Lusitania territory.
Taking off a few days in Beja
means getting in contact with History
and Nature in the heart of tranquil
Alentejo Region. Allow yourself to grab all
the time in the world. Even the popular
songs are calmly performed.
Take the advantage and relax to the
maximum, take long walks over the grape
fields to see the wine cellars. Perhaps
reaching the very beautiful coast you will
discover the few deserted and almost
secret beaches, classified among the
most beautiful in Portugal.
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TO DO
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BALLOON RIDEWATER SPORTS (RIVER AND DAM) EMOTION SPORTS, DESPORTO NATUREZA E TURISMO ACTIVO, LDA
PATHWAYS PASSEIOS E COMPANHIA WINE ROUTES HERDADE DO ROCIM HERDADE DA MALHADINHA
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BEJA
Cabeça Gorda Lagoa Penedo Gordo Beringel Cuba Alfarrobeira de Baixo São Matias IP2 IP8 IC27 Baleizão IP2 Vidigueira Vila de Frades Santa Clara de Louredo 05 04 02 03 01 02 06OUT
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ACTIVIDADES
BALLOON RIDE
Herdade da Malhadinha Nova Albernôa
Tel.: +351 284 965 432
WATER SPORTS (RIVER AND DAM)
EMOTION SPORTS, DESPORTO
NATUREZA E TURISMO ACTIVO, LDA
Hotel Rural Vila Galé Clube de Campo Herdade da Figueirinha - Santa Vitoria
Tel.: +351 925 508 116 http://www.emotion-s.com
FISHING
HUNTING
GOLF
PAINTBALL
ARCHERY AND CROSSBOW
BIRDWATCHING
PATHWAYS
PASSEIOS E COMPANHIA
Rua 22 de Janeiro, 2A - Grândola Tel.: +351 269 476 702 www.passeiosecompanhia.com
HIKING
HORSE RIDING
WAGON RIDES
JEEP TOURS
BOATING
WINE ROUTES
HERDADE DO ROCIM
Estrada Nacional 387 - Cuba Tel.: +351 284 415 180
HERDADE DA MALHADINHA
Albernoa - Beja Tel.: +351 284 965 210EVENTS
OVIBEJA
Annual cattle fair April - May
VINIPAX
Annual event that brings together wine and gastronomy of the region
CASTLE
(WATCHTOWER, AVIS GATE AND ÉVORA GATE)
REGIONAL MUSEUM QUEEN D. LEONOR SANTO AMARO CHURCH
(VISIGOTHIC MUSEUM)
MISERICÓRDIA CHURCH ROMAN VILLAGE OF PIZÕES SÃO CUCUFATE ROMAN CENTER SÃO FRANCISCO CHURCH
GUIDED TOURS BEJA UPGRADE
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Museums, historical sites, a Castle
and a Watchtower; layers upon layers
of history and the legacy of all
civilizations that have remained
in this region.
There is a rich and diverse patrimony,
including the Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Church and Convent, hosting the Regional
Museum, the Pizões Village and even the
São Cucufate Roman Centre.
By the end of your visit you will find
a large gastronomic variety in the city
that undoubtedly will help you to regain
strength and soothe the soul.
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TO SEE
BEJA
Cabeça Gorda Lagoa Penedo Gordo Beringel Cuba Alfarrobeira de Baixo São Matias IP2 IP8 IC27 Baleizão IP2 Vidigueira Vila de Frades Santa Clara de Louredo 06 02 01 04 03 05 07 08OUT
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CASTLE (WATCHTOWER, AVIS GATE
AND ÉVORA GATE)
Rua Antero de Quental - Beja
REGIONAL MUSEUM QUEEN D. LEONOR
Largo da Conceição - Beja Tel.: +351 284 323 351 www.museuregionaldebeja.net
SANTO AMARO CHURCH
(VISIGOTHIC MUSEUM)
Largao de Santo Amaro - Beja Tel.: +351 284 323 351 www.museuregionaldebeja.net
MISERICÓRDIA CHURCH
Praça da República - Beja
ROMAN VILLAGE OF PIZÕES
Herdade de Algramaça - Pizões Tl.: +351 266 769 800
SÃO CUCUFATE ROMAN CENTER
São Cucufate - Vila de Frades Tel.: +351 284 441 612
SÃO FRANCISCO CHURCH
Santa Maria - Serpa
GUIDED TOURS
BEJA UPGRADE
Tel.: +351 967 022 597 www.bejaupgrade.com
The good cuisine of the Alentejo Region is
served in good regional earthenware.
The fine Açorda Soup, made with
the irreplaceable Alentejo bread, the
game dishes or the Lamb Stew are the
highlights that will stir and open the
appetite of the most demanding guests.
All dishes are scented with coriander. In
this region, where wheat was once seen
as a king, in today’s gastronomy
still reveals aromatic surprises.
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PULO DO LOBO
ADEGA TÍPICA 25 DE ABRIL
BEJA
Cabeça Gorda Lagoa Penedo Gordo Beringel Cuba Alfarrobeira de Baixo São Matias IP2 IP8 IC27 Baleizão IP2 Vidigueira Vila de Frades Santa Clara de Louredo 02 01TO EAT
PULO DO LOBO
Praceta Rainha D. Leonor 6 - Beja Tel.: +351 284 327 898
ADEGA TÍPICA 25 DE ABRIL
Rua da Moeda, 23 – Beja Tel.: +351 284 325 960
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TYPICAL DISHES
Açorda Alentejana (Local Soup) Lamb Stew Serpa Cheese Game Dishes
DOCES
Golden SoupBEBIDAS
Pennyroyal LiquorInfo and Booking +351 218 442 001 in&out@pestana.com www.pousadas.pt
