 |
| São Gregório |
Seen from afar, it appears more a traditional Alentejan farm complex. When you arrive, it appears like a toy village, with its houses tucked comfortably one against the other. Everything appears small, with the spaces only those that are necessary, and the dimensions just sufficient. All of this is part of its gracefulness, and a good part of its charm. The rest is found in the chapel of S. Gregório (16th–17th centuries), in the powerful presence of the Serra D’Ossa, and in the extensive vineyards, stretching lazily towards the sun which matures their bunches of grapes. Emigration took away the people who were born here, but tourism has washed the white walls and restored human warmth.
 |
| São Gregório |
Two kilometres away, the village of Rio de Moinhos maintains a very active economy, particularly in the production of hand-made cheese. As well as wine, honey, olive oil and lamb are still well appreciated. These products are at the base of the gastronomy, which can be enjoyed in the local restaurants. The church of S. Tiago (13th–17th centuries) merits the time spent on a visit.
In the area, you can also engage in a sign posted walking tour, or go by car to the monument of the battle of Claros Montes (17th century), to the convent of Nª. Sª. da Luz (17th–18th centuries) and to Borba, administrative centre of the council area. The interests here are the Mediaeval castle and the Quinta (Farm) do General, the Igreja Matriz (parish church – 15th century), the churches of Servas and of S. Bartolomeu (17th century), the Misericórdia church, and the convent of Nª. Sª. do Bosque (Our Lady of the Wood – 16th–18th centuries), the wayside altars of the Stations of the Cross and the Bicas fountain (18th century).
HOW TO GET TO SÃO GREGÓRIO
DISTANCES
São Gregório – Borba: 7 km
São Gregório – Estremoz: 12 km
São Gregório – Vila Viçosa: 12 km
São Gregório – Elvas: 40 km
São Gregório – Évora: 50 km
By car:
- Take the A6 towards Évora and leave at exit 8. Go along the N4 towards Borba "Centro", passing Barro Branco and then Rio de Moinhos. São Gregório is 1km from here.
ACCOMMODATION AND RESTAURANT
Padaria (“Bakery”)
Sitting room with fireplace | Bedroom with double bed | Kitchenette | Bathroom with shower.
Casa Grande (“Large house”)
Sitting room with fireplace | Dining room with kitchenette | Bedroom with double bed | Bedroom with two single beds | Mezzanine with one single bed | Bathroom with bath.
Casa da Páscoa (“Easter”)
Sitting room with fireplace | Bedroom with two single beds | Kitchen | Bathroom with bath | Possibility of accommodating an additional child’s bed.
Casa Pequena (“Small house”)
Bedroom with double bed | Small fireplace | Bathroom with shower.
Casa do Zé Nabo (“Zé Nabo’s house”)
Sitting room with fireplace | Bedroom with two single beds | Kitchenette | Bathroom with bath | Possibility of accommodating a child’s bed.
Casa do Forno (“Oven”)
Bedroom with two single beds | Sitting room with wood stove | Kitchenette | Bathroom with bath.
Casas Velhas (“Old houses”)
Sitting room with fireplace; Two bedrooms each with two single beds; Kitchen; Bathroom with bath.
Mercearia (“Grocery”)
Sitting room with fireplace | Bedroom with two single beds | Kitchenette | Bathroom with shower | Possibility of accommodating a child’s bed.
Casa do Zé (“Zé’s house”)
Sitting room with fireplace, mezzanine and patio | Bedroom with double bed | Kitchenette | Bathroom with shower.
Casa da Vinha (“The vine”)
Sitting room with fireplace | Bedroom with double bed | Bedroom with single bed | Kitchenette | Bathroom with shower | Possibility of accommodating a child’s bed.
Restaurante "O Tarro"
Serves traditional breakfasts. Accepts orders for petiscos (tapas), lunches and dinners.
Minimum 10 people.
Contact:
Aldeia de S.Gregorio
Santiago de Moinhos 7150 – 390 Borba
T. +351 91 224 41 10 / +351 96 131 49 74
F. +351 214 841 843 / +351 268 80 21 40
E-mail: saogregorio@iol.com
www.sgregorio.com
USEFUL CONTACTS
Junta de Freguesia (parish office) of Rio de Moinhos
Rua Combatentes Ultramar, 51
7150-363 Rio de Moinhos
T./Fax +351 268 801 364
jsrmoinhos@mail.telepac.pt
Câmara Municipal (municipal authority) of Borba
Praça da República
7150-249 Borba
T. +351 268 891 630
Fax +351 268 894 806
www.cm-borba.pt
Medical Centre of Rio de Moinhos
Rua 5 de Outubro, 53
T. +351 268 801 466
Farmácia Marques (chemist's) in Rio de Moinhos
Rua 5 de Outubro, 2
T. +351 268 801 353
Fax +351 268 801 353
Taxis
T. +351 268 894 233 (Táxis Antral de Borba)