Martim Branco is one of the smallest schist villages in Portugal, but it never fails to capture the hearts of visitors. The sight of its slate houses lining the banks of the Almaceda stream is one of the most bucolic images in Beira Baixa.

We recommend a stroll along Rua da Bica, which runs parallel to the stream, a visit to one of the community ovens and a trip to the reservoir, the best place to cool off on hot summer days.
Stop for lunch in one of the local restaurants and enjoy traditional dishes, always accompanied by Beira Interior wines.

Next, visit the schist village of Sarzedas, one of the largest schist villages in Beira Baixa.

Its historical importance is reflected in its rich heritage, including the beautiful Mother Church, the Bell Tower, the Manueline Pillory, the Misericórdia Chapel and the Lover's Fountain.
We recommend visiting two nearby producers of Beira Interior wines: Agrintus and Barroca da Malhada, to learn more about the region's wine production.

WINE EXPERIENCES .  Barroca da Malhada; Agrintus (Janeiro de Cima)

TOURIST ENTERTAINMEN .  Portugal Adventure; Raiaventura; Beira Tours

HISTORY .  The Mother Church, the towering Bell Tower, the Manueline Pillory, the Misericórdia Chapel and the Lover's Fountain

GASTRONOMY .  "Chanfana" and Yellow Cheese

RESTAURANTS .  Discover the offer at visitecastelobranco.pt

HANDICRAFTS .  Castelo Branco Embroidery; Viola beiroa

PEDESTRIAN WALKWAYS .  Martim Branco Schist Trail

BIRD WATCHING .  Barrocal Park, Lentiscais River Pier, Malpica do Tejo, Monforte da Beira

RIVERSIDE BEACHES .  Ribeira de Almaceda, Sesmo

SCHIST VILLAGES .  Sarzedas Village and Martim Branco Village

TRAIL .  15km; 4h

DISTANCES .  Porto 254Km; Lisbon 248Km; Coimbra 133Km; Salamanca 272Km