A huge defensive structure of walls and bastions embraces Marvão granting it the uniqueness of a medieval village. Built for defensive reasons, it is the only Portuguese fort that maintained its strategic value well into to the nineteenth century, presenting a rich historical and military heritage. As part of the first defensive line of the Portuguese territory, Marvão participated in all national wars against external enemies.
Lying in the heart of the Natural Park of Serra de São Mamede it offers an important set of natural habitats and the local residents have a marked rural component. The geological diversity of granite, limestone and quartz combined with the altitude and orientation of the area, give rise to the existence of various microclimates which are home to varied fauna and flora.
The many rural roads that crisscross the municipality of Marvão, offer excellent opportunities for walking, cycling or horse riding.
“In the valley to the south of the Castle, the ruins of the Roman city of Ammaia
and its museum are well worth a visit.”
From the old bridge crossing the river Sever; you can contemplate the surrounding landscape, a pool and river beach as well as enjoying a good meal al fresco.
From the excellent regional cuisine, we recommend goat, lamb, pork and game dishes. From the deserts category: apple boleimas, fintos cakes, rice pudding, escalfados, rosquilhas and an endless variety of sweet meats with chestnuts. The local municipality organizes gastronomic events throughout the year dedicated to seasonal products, but the biggest attraction is the Chestnut Fair, on the second week end of November. Various other initiatives are present at these Gastronomic Fairs, from cultural events to the degustation and selling of honey, liqueurs and dried fruit.
We entice you with a handful of tempting offers because Marvão is authentic and is not meant to be just an article you read through, or a picture you glance at. Live the experience at your own pace and rhythm. The rest is up to you and depends very much where your senses lead you!
Important Information
The discount applicable to this event is only valid for online bookings made through TAP Portugal’s website www.flytap.com and with payment by credit card. The ticket will always be an electronic ticket.
Bookings made previously by travel agencies or at our desks are not eligible for this discount.
The final price shown at the end of the booking is the final fare, including the discount and all related taxes. The discount is applicable only over the fare, excluding all taxes related to the voyage.
The discount only applies to TAP operated flights. Bookings on or which include code-share flights operated by other airlines or on other airlines do not benefit from the discount. Code-share flights are identified on online bookings with the message “OAL”, or the Star Alliance logo, or the Star Alliance logo plus TP475.
The discount is not accumulative with fares for resident / student / child / infant / senior, etc.
The discount applies only for travel to the event. It is valid for round trip journeys from any TAP destination to Lisboa or Oporto.
The booking can be made at any time. The travel dates must be comprehended in the period of 10 days before / 10 days after the event dates. The dates of the event must be comprehended in the period of travel.
The discount is also extended to the participants accompanying persons (adults).
The conditions and restrictions regarding changes and refunds are those of the applicable fare. Please check the fare details before ending your booking.
If you have any questions, please contact TAP Air Portugal by the following email: congressos@tap.pt
General conditions
Arriving in Marvão go to the Tourist Office where you will find all the information you need. We recommend buying the book “Marvão – Territory – Products – Activities”, which in summary form explains the history of the county and has all the information you need.
What to bring
Marvão can be quite hot in the day but with cold nights, we recommend to anyone who will watch the concerts that bring hats for the sun, range, comfortable shoes, sweaters or shawls.Where to eat
Learn moreUseful Contacts
Medical Emergency 112
Tourist Office of Marvão 245 909 131
District Hospital Dr. José Maria Grande 245 331 000
Marvão fire department 245 920 135 | 6
GNR
Santo António das Areias 245 993 617
Taxis
Beirã 245 992 265
Galegos 245 964 231
Marvão 245909002 / 965065819
Portagem 245 993 233
Santo António das Areias 245 992 141
S. Salvador da Aramenha 245 993 171
Pharmaceutical posts
Marvão 245 993 383
Santo António das Areias 245 992 237
Porto da Espada 245 964 113
Public Transportation
Belos in Santo António das Areias 245 992 105