The Village

The Casa da Estortiga is situated in a picturesque little place in the center of Portugal.

The tranquility that the place transmits is rare these days and makes all visitors wish to come back one day.

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The Region

The regions where the village is has amazing tourist interests.

In less than 30 minutes you can find: UNESCO's World Heritage Monuments, Beaches, Medieval Castles, a Natural Park and one of the most famous holly places in the world: Fátima

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Fátima's Sanctuary

One of the more important holy places in the world - 12 Km

The Sanctuary was built to celebrate the appearances of the Holy Mary In 1917


Since that day thousands of peregrines come to Fátima to breath-taking celebrations.

Beaches

São Pedro de Moel- 35 Km

São Pedro de Moel is one of the most authentic villages in the Portuguese coast.


The diversity of the beaches around is only some of it's attractions.

Unexplored Beaches - 35 Km

All the West Coast of Portugal is yellow sandy beaches.


A few minutes driving along the coast can tank you to various desert beaches, even in the most crowded periods.

Nazaré - 50 Km

One of the most famous beaches of Portugal
It combines: - tradition
                        - outstanding views
                        - nightlife
                        - seafood restaurants
                        - some of the Europe's biggest
                            waves.

UNESCO's World Heritage Monuments

Batalha's Monastery - 20 Km

The Monastery is one of the world's most important gotic master piece


Many consider that it make's Paris's notre-dame cathedral looking meaningless.

Convent of Christ - 30 Km

This is a religious and military Complex unique in the World.


It contains some architectural elements that are masterpieces of medieval ages.

Alcobaça's Monastery - 40 Km

This Monastery was the the first Gothic building in Portugal.


It became an extremely important for science and culture in Europe during the Middle Ages.

Medieval Castles

Leiria's Castle - 12 Km

Leiria's Castle was built by the 1st King of Portugal in the 12th Century.

Is one of the best preserved of the many medieval castles in Portugal.

Only 12 Km from the House, is definitely a site worth visiting.

Ourem's Castle - 13 Km

Located on a lonely hill it offers a splendid view.


Luckly the town developed far from the Castle leaving a charming old town full of tradition and history.

Castle of Porto de Mós - 25 Km

Often called a "Fairytale Castle", it's exactly what you imagine in a story of princes and princesses.


It is a great starting point to visit the Natural Park next to it.

Natural Park

Serras de Aire e Candeeiros - 25 Km

This Natural Park offers an incredibly quiet environment.

The ancient labyrinthic walls and the wondrous caves are some of it's attractions.