Rota do Giro

Near the village, in a rural setting, stands the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Consolação, built by the 4th governor of India, Diogo Lopes de Sequeira (16th century), who is buried there; this is where the route begins. Continuing along a dirt path, you enter a valley of hills typical of the Alentejo—if taken in the spring, the route offers a splendid view of a carpet of wildflowers.You’ll then be surprised by centuries-old “giros” (which once carried water from the spring to the vegetable gardens and orchards of yesteryear), which give the route its name.After walking about 2.5 kilometers, once you’re near the EN 255, head toward the Municipal Swimming Pool, across from the Chapel of St. Peter (16th century). Enjoy the view of the castle.Inside the castle, next to the keep—where you can enjoy views over vast areas of the municipality—stands the Parish Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição. Outside, you’ll see the pillory. Further on, you’ll pass in front of the Cross-Border Cultural Forum. From there, after passing a 20th-century fountain, head toward the town’s exit and cross the EN 255. The route ends where it began, next to the Chapel of Our Lady of Consolation.