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Portugal's flavours, place by place.
SANTARÉM DISTRICT · PORTUGAL
Santarém
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The Tagus, cattle country, convent sweets and vineyards shape the generous table of Santarém.See what to eat↓
RegionRibatejoLocal picks11Coordinates39.24° N · 8.69° WCome hungry. Leave with stories.
A sense of place, in words
«O vale de Santarém é um destes lugares privilegiados pela natureza»Almeida GarrettViagens na Minha Terra
Garrett describes the Vale de Santarém, the setting for Joaninha's story in Travels in My Homeland.
THE DISTRICT AT THE TABLE
Taste the district
What to taste across Santarém?
Specialities associated with the district's places and local traditions.
At the table
Savoury dishes associated with places across this district.
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Queijo de Tomar
A traditional cheese from Tomar, usually made from sheep’s milk and recognised by its small cylindrical shape and distinctive rind.Fish03
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Enguias
Fried, stewed or prepared in other traditional ways in riverside communities.Guide entryFish04
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Massa à Barrão
A traditional Ribatejo pasta dish combining cod with pasta in a flavourful, comforting preparation.Guide entryMeat05
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Favas com Entrecosto
Broad beans stewed with pork ribs and cured sausages, a Ribatejo kitchen classic.Guide entryMeat06
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Naco de Touro Bravo
A thick cut of fighting-bull beef, usually grilled and served simply to highlight its robust flavour.Guide entryMeat07
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Sopa da Pedra
A rich and hearty soup from Almeirim made with beans, pork, sausages and vegetables.Guide entryLocal sweets
Pastries and traditional sweets worth making room for.
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Celestes de Santa Clara
A convent sweet associated with Santarém’s Convent of Santa Clara, made mainly with almonds, sugar and eggs.Guide entrySweets09
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Pampilhos
A well-known elongated Santarém pastry with a sweet egg-based filling.Guide entrySweets10
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Arrepiados de Almoster
A traditional almond sweet associated with Almoster, in the municipality of Santarém.Guide entryIn the glass
The local drink that completes the experience.
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Vinhos do Tejo
Santarém lies at the heart of the Tejo wine region, producing reds, whites and other styles.Guide entryBEYOND THE TABLE
Living traditions
Festivals & traditions
Celebrations, pilgrimages and historical gatherings that reveal another side of local identity.
Santarém · agriculture and Ribatejo traditions
National Agriculture Fair
When: June
Santarém · Portuguese food culture gathering
National Gastronomy Festival
When: October or November
WALK THE LANDSCAPE
Notable routes
Trails worth following
A short selection of established trails. Check the official route conditions before setting out.
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PLAN THE JOURNEY
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Getting there and around
Compare train and long-distance coach options for the main journey. For villages, trails and rural areas, check the final local connection and return journey in advance.
SLEEP OUTDOORS
Official campsites
Where to camp
A selection of officially listed campsites. Check the linked website for current opening, prices, availability and services.