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Alandroal is in the Alentejo region of Portugal, about 188 km from Lisbon Airport.
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Lisbon time 16:25 • 06 Nov 2026
Nearest airport
LIS188 km
Lisbon Airport (LIS) · 188 kmRegion
Alentejo
Portugal
Population
5,014
Residents
Overview
Guide to Alandroal
Alandroal is a municipality in the district of Évora, NUTS III Alentejo Central (NUTS II Alentejo, code 0701). According to INE, Census 2021, the resident population was 5,014. Source: INE, Census 2021, dados.gov.pt.
Places associated with Alandroal: Alandroal Castle, Terena Castle and Juromenha Fortress. Opening hours, ticket prices and heritage classification are not cited here; the monument search is at imovel.patrimoniocultural.gov.pt.
Regional products and dishes to look for: Queijo de Évora DOP, Vinho DOC Alentejo and Mel do Alentejo DOP. The national DOP/IGP register is at DGADR.
The nearest airport recorded on this page is Lisbon Airport (LIS), 188 km away. Journey time is not stated where it is not confirmed.
In the same region, the visit combines with Évora, Montemor-o-Novo, Estremoz and Vendas Novas.
Confirmed monuments for Alandroal: 12. Fortaleza de Juromenha (Imóvel de Interesse Público), Castelo do Alandroal (Monumento Nacional), Pelourinho de Alandroal (Imóvel de Interesse Público), Igreja da Misericórdia (Imóvel de Interesse Público), Fonte das Bicas (Monumento de Interesse Público), Ponte Velha de Terena (Monumento de Interesse Público), Câmara Municipal de Alandroal (Incluído em sítio classificado), Azenha Grande de São Brás dos Matos (Imóvel de Interesse Municipal), Igreja Paroquial do Alandroal (Incluído em sítio classificado), Igreja Paroquial de Juromenha (Incluído em sítio classificado), Igreja da Santa Casa da Misericórdia da Juromenha (Incluído em sítio classificado), Megalitismo Alentejano (Em vias de classificação).
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Fortress de Juromenha
Fortaleza de Juromenha tem a designação «Imóvel de Interesse Público» na fonte ligada a Alandroal (Nossa Senhora da Conceição), São Brás dos Matos (Mina do Bugalho) e Juromenha (Nossa Senhora do Loreto).
Castle do Alandroal
Castelo do Alandroal tem a designação «Monumento Nacional» na fonte ligada a Alandroal (Nossa Senhora da Conceição), São Brás dos Matos (Mina do Bugalho) e Juromenha (Nossa Senhora do Loreto).
Pillory de Alandroal
Pelourinho de Alandroal tem a designação «Imóvel de Interesse Público» na fonte ligada a Alandroal (Nossa Senhora da Conceição), São Brás dos Matos (Mina do Bugalho) e Juromenha (Nossa Senhora do Loreto).
Church da Misericórdia
Igreja da Misericórdia tem a designação «Imóvel de Interesse Público» na fonte ligada a Alandroal (Nossa Senhora da Conceição), São Brás dos Matos (Mina do Bugalho) e Juromenha (Nossa Senhora do Loreto).
Fonte das Bicas
Fonte das Bicas tem a designação «Monumento de Interesse Público» na fonte ligada a Alandroal (Nossa Senhora da Conceição), São Brás dos Matos (Mina do Bugalho) e Juromenha (Nossa Senhora do Loreto).
Bridge Velha de Terena
Ponte Velha de Terena tem a designação «Monumento de Interesse Público» na fonte ligada a Alandroal (Nossa Senhora da Conceição), São Brás dos Matos (Mina do Bugalho) e Juromenha (Nossa Senhora do Loreto).
Câmara Municipal de Alandroal
Câmara Municipal de Alandroal tem a designação «Incluído em sítio classificado» na fonte ligada a Alandroal (Nossa Senhora da Conceição), São Brás dos Matos (Mina do Bugalho) e Juromenha (Nossa Senhora do Loreto).
Azenha Grande de São Brás dos Matos
Azenha Grande de São Brás dos Matos tem a designação «Imóvel de Interesse Municipal» na fonte ligada a Alandroal (Nossa Senhora da Conceição), São Brás dos Matos (Mina do Bugalho) e Juromenha (Nossa Senhora do Loreto).
Church Paroquial do Alandroal
Igreja Paroquial do Alandroal tem a designação «Incluído em sítio classificado» na fonte ligada a Alandroal (Nossa Senhora da Conceição), São Brás dos Matos (Mina do Bugalho) e Juromenha (Nossa Senhora do Loreto).
Church Paroquial de Juromenha
Igreja Paroquial de Juromenha tem a designação «Incluído em sítio classificado» na fonte ligada a Alandroal (Nossa Senhora da Conceição), São Brás dos Matos (Mina do Bugalho) e Juromenha (Nossa Senhora do Loreto).
Church da Santa Casa da Misericórdia da Juromenha
Igreja da Santa Casa da Misericórdia da Juromenha tem a designação «Incluído em sítio classificado» na fonte ligada a Alandroal (Nossa Senhora da Conceição), São Brás dos Matos (Mina do Bugalho) e Juromenha (Nossa Senhora do Loreto).
Megalitismo Alentejano
The Alentejo region around Alandroal holds an impressive concentration of megalithic monuments dating back thousands of years. These ancient stone structures, including dolmens and menhirs scattered across the landscape, offer a glimpse into the lives of prehistoric communities who once inhabited this part of southern Portugal. The site is currently under consideration for official heritage classification.
Açorda alentejana
Few dishes capture the character of the cork-forested plains of Alentejo as directly as Açorda alentejana, unpretentious, seasonal and deeply satisfying. Bread sits at the centre of Portuguese rural identity, used to extend, absorb and enrich whatever the land provides. The recipe varies between households across Alentejo Central, shaped by seasonal availability and personal memory. Order it at a local tasca in Alentejo Central for the most authentic version.
Sericaia
Sericaia is one of the cork-forested plains of Alentejo\'s most cherished sweet traditions, tied to local ingredients and a long pastry heritage. Portugal\'s convent sweets tradition, surplus egg yolks, sugar and centuries of monastic ingenuity, gave birth to some of the world\'s most distinctive pastries. Small-batch production by family confectioners in Alentejo Central keeps the recipe close to its origins. Best enjoyed fresh with a bica coffee, the definitive sweet moment of any visit to Alentejo Central.
Caldo à Alentejana
Caldo à Alentejana has fed communities in the cork-forested plains of Alentejo for generations, built on the honest pairing of local ingredients and slow cooking. Slow-cooked one-pot dishes like this one reflect the Portuguese rural genius for turning few ingredients into deeply satisfying meals. Each cook in Alentejo Central adds their own detail, the mark of a truly living recipe rather than a museum piece. Order it at a local tasca in Alentejo Central for the most authentic version.
Queijo de Évora
Queijo de Évora is a traditional milk cheese from the cork-forested plains of Alentejo, shaped by generations of artisan dairy-making. Slow curing in the mountain air develops its characteristic texture, whether creamy and spreadable or firm and aged. Protected by DOP certification, production follows strict rules that tie it to a defined geographical area. A natural companion to local cured meats and rustic bread, the core of any Alentejo Central sharing board.
Vinho do Alentejo
Produced in the cork-forested plains of Alentejo, Vinho do Alentejo draws on local grape varieties and a winemaking tradition stretching back over two thousand years. The region\'s particular mix of altitude, rainfall and sun exposure gives the wine its structure and aromatic complexity. Estate wineries with multi-generational experience coax consistent quality from challenging, character-rich soils. Pair it with local seafood, grilled meats or the regional cheese board for the full Alentejo Central experience.
Pão Alentejano
Pão Alentejano is one of the defining dishes of the cork-forested plains of Alentejo, combining simple local ingredients with techniques refined over centuries. Bread sits at the centre of Portuguese rural identity, used to extend, absorb and enrich whatever the land provides. Each cook in Alentejo Central adds their own detail, the mark of a truly living recipe rather than a museum piece. Order it at a local tasca in Alentejo Central for the most authentic version.
Enchidos alentejanos
From the cork-forested plains of Alentejo comes Enchidos alentejanos, a cured pork product whose depth of flavour reflects both the local breed and the landscape. Mountain air and traditional curing techniques, salt, paprika, garlic and local herbs, give it its signature character. Family recipes passed down through generations ensure the craft remains tied to its community and landscape. Sliced thin with local bread and wine, it is the most direct taste of Alentejo Central\'s culinary heritage.
Migas alentejanas
Migas alentejanas represents the artisan traditions of the cork-forested plains of Alentejo, where local materials and deep expertise combine to produce something genuinely unique. Produced in limited quantities using local raw materials, it carries authenticity that no industrial alternative can replicate. One of the most rewarding purchases a visitor to Alentejo Central can take home: local, authentic and impossible to find elsewhere.
Azeitonas alentejanas
Azeitonas alentejanas represents the artisan traditions of the cork-forested plains of Alentejo, where local materials and deep expertise combine to produce something genuinely unique. Produced in limited quantities using local raw materials, it carries authenticity that no industrial alternative can replicate. One of the most rewarding purchases a visitor to Alentejo Central can take home: local, authentic and impossible to find elsewhere.
Frequently asked questions
Alandroal had 5014 residents in 2021, in the district of Évora. Source: INE.
On this page: Fortress de Juromenha, Castle do Alandroal and Pillory de Alandroal.
Regional cooking points to Açorda alentejana, Sericaia and Caldo à Alentejana.
Yes. gotoo trips and transfers runs the transfer to Alandroal from Lisbon Airport (LIS), 188 km away.
Map of Alandroal
Highlights
- Authentic medieval village kept untouched by mass tourism in inland Alentejo
- Hilltop castle with panoramic views over the Alentejo plains
- Historic churches, the Bicas Monumental Fountain, and the nearby Juromenha Fortress
- Ideal stop on a wider Évora, Estremoz, Monsaraz heritage route
- Door-to-door private transfer in a premium sedan, English/German-speaking driver
- Flexible day trip, stop wherever and however long you wish, no rigid programme
Private transfers in Alandroal
- ✓ Fixed price · no surprises
- ✓ Up to 90 min airport waiting included
- ✓ Professional licensed driver
Getting to Alandroal
Alandroal sits about 188 km from Lisbon Airport, roughly 160 minutes by road. Public transport often means changes and waiting, and may leave you a walk from where you want to be. A private transfer takes you door-to-door, with a fixed price and no connections, from €273 from Lisbon Airport.
