The municipality of Abrantes is the largest in size and the third most populous in the Middle Tejo Region.

It extends for about 713.46 km2 and according to Census 2011 it has 39.325 inhabitants.

Located in the center of Portugal, it is the point of confluence of different areas such as Ribatejo, Beira Baixa and Alto Alentejo.

Its privileged geostrategic location makes Abrantes the most central city in the country with an accessibility network that allows a quick connection to anywhere in the country and to Spain.

Abrantes has the two largest water resources in the country:

the Tejo River (which crosses the county over a length of about 30 km) and the Castelo do Bode Lake.

“Known as the second largest river basin of Portugal, Castelo do Bode Lake, with more than 60km long, impresses by its wealth and scenic beauty that leaves no one indifferent and offers unique conditions for the practice of leisure activities and various water sports.
The Wakeboard Project Portugal is a unique opportunity to promote Castelo do Bode Lake worldwide and that’s why Abrantes county is associated to this project that will enable the success of an important strategic vector to position the Middle Tejo region as a destination of excellence for Wakeboard practicing.”

Maria do Céu Albuquerque, Abrantes Mayor

WHAT TO VISIT

Abrantes Historical Center (Squares and Gardens)
Abrantes Castle (The Keep and Garden)
Santa Maria do Castelo Church and D. Lopo de Almeida Museum
Misericórdia Church
Abrantes Urban Park
Aquapolis – Abrantes Urban and Riverside Park
Militar Headquarters – Municipal Art Gallery
Tejo Park, Tourism, Science and leisure
Cristo-rei Mirador(Matagosa)
Welcome Center and Daily Market

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

Gastronomic Festival of Tejo Flavours
Confectionery Traditional Fair – October
Abrantes Festivities- June
Creative Camp – July
Aldeia do Mato River Beach
Alvega Canoeing Station
Tejo Path and Zêzere Great Route
Palha de Abrantes (pastry)
Wine Tourism Farms (Quinta Casal da Coelheira; Quinta da Parrada; Quinta do Pouchão)
Restaurants – Sta. Isabel (Historical Center), A Cascata (Alferrarede), Tasquinha da Aldeia (Fontes), Bairro ao Rio(Aldeia do Mato) and Hotel Segredos de Vale Manso Restaurant (Martinchel).

LOCATION

Castelo do Bode is recognized by the idyllic setting, the purity of its waters and the beauty of the whole region. The Wakeboard Portugal Project has just implemented five cable parks, five different locations, around Castelo do Bode Lake. A genuine resort which combines sport and tourism, leveraging the Centre region.

ACCESS TO CASTELO DO BODE LAKE:
Exit A1 to A23 – Entroncamento/ Abrantes

A23 exit A13 to Tomar
A13 exit 17 to Tomar/ Santa Cita
Santa Cita follow signs to Martinchel

FOLLOW LOCAL SIGNS TO:
Aldeia do Mato