portugal.summer holidays
portugal.summer holidays
portugal.summer holidays
portugal.summer holidays
portugal.summer holidays
portugal.summer holidays
June 2008
Major Events
Allgarve 08 – Summer Events
Ready for some more lifetime experiences?
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Opera and Classical Music Festival
In July, don’t miss the Opera and Classical Music festival in Ponte de Lima and take the opportunity to discover one of the most beautiful towns in the North of Portugal.
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Monsaraz - Open-air Museum
Visit Monsaraz in Summer, when this medieval town of schist and lime turns into an open-air museum.
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Le Corbusier, the Art of Architecture
Don’t miss this unique opportunity in Lisbon, to see an exhibition dedicated to Le Corbusier - one of the key architects of the 20th century.
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Medieval market
In July, visit the Obidos medieval market, and back in time.
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Rally Vinho da Madeira
The European Rayy Championship is hosted in the spectacular landscapes of the island of Madeira in early August.
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Boom Festival
In August, attend the Boom Festival and celebrate art, freedom and nature along the banks of the Idanha-a-Nova dam.
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What's on
Active holidays in the Azores
In the Azores, the entire landscape emanates tranquillity, but is also ideal for active holidays.
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Relax on the Beaches in Porto e Norte
Prepare to stimulate the senses in the North of Portugal’s excellent bathing resorts and surrender to endless waves of well-being.
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Oriente Museum
Journey to the Orient in Lisbon - on Europe’s West Coast.
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Summer holidays in the Alentejo
Spend some different holidays with your family or friends, on board the Alqueva’s cruise boats or houseboats.
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Andanças - São Pedro do Sul
During the first week of August, take part in Andanças - a festival where dance and experimental movements captivate everything and everyone.
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Have you chosen the destination for your summer holidays yet? Looking for sunshine, nature and a relaxing atmosphere? You’ll find all this and much more in Portugal!

If you’re looking for sun and beach activities, you can opt between the fresh breezes of the beaches in the North and Centre regions, the Alentejo’s unspoilt beaches or more cosmopolitan and lively beaches to the south, including excellent resorts and tourism villages.

If you prefer other activities, why not point your compass to the hinterland, where you’ll find preserved villages, natural parks, thermal spas, dams and river beaches, from north to south, that offer peaceful relaxation.

We haven’t yet mentioned the islands. Nature’s finest attributes are concentrated in the archipelagos of Madeira and the Azores.

And why not enjoy a bit of culture during your holidays? In the Algarve and Oeste regions, the summer event programmes include performances and exhibitions that you definitely won’t want to miss! And there’s always time to schedule a trip to a castle or museum, such as Lisbon’s brand-new Oriente Museum.

Make the most of the warm summer nights for open-air activities. Throughout the country, you’ll find a wide array of music festivals, traditional festivities and glamorous and sophisticated events, that you’ll be sure to enjoy.

So now you know where you can spend your holidays this summer! Pack your bags and come to Portugal. We look forward to seeing you.
Portuguese Coast
The white sandy beaches are too numerous to count. For those who like to be invigorated by the seaside, chose the beaches of the Minho, complemented by the fresh air of the mountains and forests....
Natural Parks of the North
The Peneda-Gerês National Park is a natural jewel of outstanding beauty. Come and discover these wonderful natural surroundings and unique species including wild ponies, golden eagles and the...
Sun in the islands
For a cosmopolitan yet discreet atmosphere, swimming pools overlooking the sea and mile after mile of beautiful scenery, visit the island of Madeira. With crystal-clear waters and a sea...
Adventure sports
Overcome stimulating and different challenges. At sea or on land, you will find whatever your favourite activity somewhere here. And if you are no specialist, no problem. This is the right time to...
Porto e Norte
waves of contentment
centro de portugal
at the heart of a country
alentejo
time is everything
azores
nature's magic islands
algarve
feel the energy
lisboa
a personal experience
Porto Santo
paradise on earth