Terras de Barro

Start at António Manuel de Castro Park (Mata), then head past the Monumento ao Cante toward the Alvito Roundabout, and then take the dirt road that runs behind the EDP building toward the Rossio de São Braz neighborhood. Next, head toward the Church of Nossa Senhora da Rocha, and at the intersection, turn left in front of the church.

Take the dirt road until you reach the railroad tracks; cross here and pass by the Silos, a former grain warehouse.

Once on the other side of the tracks, take the paved road next to the railroad tracks, and at the intersection, continue straight ahead on the country road, which passes through a walnut grove and crosses the to Cuba–Beja Airport.  Ahead, you’ll find a grove of pomegranate trees.

Continue along the road until you reach the Charneca Pinto quarry, and, at the irrigation canal, turn left, then pass through Quinta dos Álamos until you see the village of Faro do Alentejo.

At km 5.9, turn right and pass the irrigation canal again; here you can enjoy  the magnificent panoramic view over the fields and crops as you make your way to the town of Cuba.

Near the village of Faro, you’ll find the pumping station, and at km 7.3, turn again toward Cuba.

This is a predominantly flat, agricultural area. Since it is an area with several irrigation canals, you can spot various birds that come here to quench their thirst.

At km 8.8, turn left, and again at the Quinta do Álamo intersection, continue straight ahead until you reach the canal.

Cross the road connecting Cuba and Faro, leaving the olive groves on both sides behind.

On the left side of the road, you can see the cork oak forest and also other large animals belonging to the Monte do Pasto Farm.

At km 11.8, you’ll find the irrigation system and canal—a great spot to rest and catch your breath.

Follow the paved road again, and you’ll be back at the Cuba Silos and the railroad tracks.

Take the ring road and pass by the Jardim da Piscina and the Church of São Sebastião, where King Sebastian is said to have rested on his way to the Battle of Alcácer Quibir. Follow the road toward the fire station and on to António Manuel de Castro Park, where your tour will end.