Pousada de Palmela

The quaint village of Palmela is a half hour drive south from Lisbon and is in the heart of one of Portugal's richest wine growing areas at the edge of the Arrábida mountain range. It centres around a 12th century fortified castle high on a hill from where impressive views of the surrounding plains and national park extend to Lisbon on a good day. Adjoining the castle, the old cloisters and beautiful architecture of a converted convent have been cleverly integrated to create one of the finest Pousadas. Spacious bedrooms are air conditioned and there is a good restaurant where menus feature traditional Portuguese dishes and delicacies. Pets accepted 30€/night (max 15kg).

Min stay 2 nights from 17-19 Apr & 12 Jul-13 Sept 2025.

Palmela is an excellent base for exploring the Arrábida National Park and if you are lucky enough to be visiting the first week of September, this is when the wine harvest is celebrated with the Festa das Vindimas - one of the area’s liveliest occasions.