The medieval village of Óbidos is one of the most picturesque and well preserved in Portugal.
Close enough to the capital (Lisbon) and situated high above the Atlantic coast, Óbidos had a strategic importance in the territory. Already occupied before the Romans reached the Iberian Peninsula, the village became more prosperous from the moment it was chosen by the royal family. Since King D. Dinis offered it to his wife D. Isabel in the 19th century.
XIII, belonged to the House of the Queens that, throughout the various dynasties, were benefiting and enriching it. It is one of the main reasons to find so many churches in this small town.
Óbidos - Source
Óbidos - Source
Its narrow cobbled streets of white houses with colorful stripes and flowers scattered all over the land, namely on the facade of houses, walls and gates, make Óbidos one of the most cheerful villages in the country.
From the top of its Castle, one of the most perfect examples of medieval fortresses in Portugal, you have a beautiful panorama of the surrounding areas, blessed by nature, nowadays one of the most prestigious and prestigious Pousadas de Portugal in Castelo.
There are many places of interest in this wonderful village, such as the Chapel of Nossa Senhora do Carmo, the Church of Santa Maria, the Church of Mercy, the Chapel of S. Martinho, the Shrine of Senhor da Pedra and the interesting Municipal Museum. It boasts some of Josefa d'Óbidos's great works of art.
Within the walls, Rua Direita is the commercial heart of the city, home to the most varied regional handicrafts.
At the Vila Tourism Office you can get the most diverse information, and make guided thematic tours that best demonstrate the beauty, importance and heritage of this pleasant Portuguese Village.
Any time is good to visit Óbidos. From the love stories that are told there and the medieval atmosphere, it is an inspiring suggestion for a romantic or simply peaceful weekend. And if you include a night of lodging at the castle, then the scenery will be perfect.
Throughout the year, an event program brings some excitement to this small town, but undoubtedly the busiest are the International Chocolate Festival, the Medieval Market and Christmas, which decorates the town with allusive motifs at the time.
Also worth mentioning are the Carnation Baroque Classical Seasons, and the Opera Festival which give a special atmosphere to Óbidos, with open-air shows on warm summer nights.
