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Castle and walls
Explore the historic centre and the three original towers that remain visible — Torre da Rainha, Torre de Santo António and Torre de São Roque — together with sections of medieval wall incorporated into the town houses.
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Things to do in Avis and the Alentejo
Avis is a historic town in the Alto Alentejo, shaped by the former Order of Avis, its castle and the São Bento convent. It is also a destination for nature and leisure, with the Maranhão Reservoir and the River Beach at Clube Náutico de Avis.
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São Bento de Avis Convent
The former convent, headquarters of the Order of Avis since the 12th century, includes the church, cloister, chapter house and other monumental spaces. The former dormitory houses the Municipal Museum of Avis.
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Maranhão Reservoir
One of the municipality's great natural landscapes, popular for water activities, scenic views and wildlife and bird observation.
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River Beach at Clube Náutico de Avis
A leisure area beside the reservoir, with a river beach, picnic facilities and infrastructure for activities such as canoeing, rowing and stand up paddle.
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Avis Castle retains three of its original six towers and sections of medieval wall integrated into the town houses. The historic centre also includes the Convent of the Order of Saint Benedict of Avis.
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Maranhão Reservoir
The Maranhão Dam is one of the region’s main attractions. The surrounding area offers landscapes and opportunities for water-based activities.
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River beach and Nautical Club
On the reservoir shore, the Praia Fluvial do Clube Náutico de Avis offers swimming and activities such as stand up paddle, rowing and canoeing.
Book your stay →Stay close to the centre of Avis.
33 Rua dos Muros, 7480-137 Avis, Portugal.