Ferreira do Zêzere is a geographic transition territory between Ribatejo and Beiras, between the flatlands and the pine forests of the interior, it is 150km from Lisbon and 184km from Oporto.

The county stands out for its natural beauty and landscape provided by the Zêzere River (Castelo do Bode Lake) and the wide forest that provides outstanding touristic potentialities.

It has a diversified heritage in terms of archaeology, history, religious, architecture and culture.

“The Wakeboard Portugal Project will be an boost to the county and the region. The setting and privileged conditions for the sport, as well as the weather and the calm, clear waters of Castelo do Bode Lake, make this place a paradise to practice, discover or watch the best water sports. Ferreira do Zêzere Municipality is currently prepared to receive quality tourism, the result of a joint work, public and private, combining excellent infrastructure and conditions for using Castelo do Bode Lake which allows experiences and adventure. We invite you to discover Ferreira do Zêzere!”

Jacinto Lopes, Mayor of Ferreira do Zêzere

WHAT TO VISIT

  • Castanheira – Lago Azul
  • Ancient Vila de Dornes
  • (Nossa Srª do Pranto Church/ Templar Tower)
  • S. Pedro do Castro Chapel
  • N. Sr.ª da Graça Church (Areias)
  • Avecasta Mill (Avecasta)
  • Castro Mirador
  • Pombeira
  • Fundeiro River/ Martinela
  • Cruz Alta Mirador
  • Vila de Ferreira do Zêzere / local Market

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

  • Dornes (Medieval Pentagonal Tower; Sanctuary; Boat Tours; Walking routes PR1)
  • Lago Azul (Floating swimming pool; Boat rental; Wakeboard)
  • Walking routes in Pombeira (PR2, PR3)
  • Areias Church and local market on Sunday morning
  • Avecasta Mill
  • Pillories (Pias and Águas Belas)
  • Radical activities and river [rappel, slide, canoeing, etc.], (Kaventura; Alventura; Terra oculta)
  • River fish / Crayfish (Gastronomy – Restaurants)
  • Ferreirense Suckling pig recipe – Local gastronomy (Casa dos Leitões Restaurant)
  • Bons Maridos / Boas esposas (traditional cakes); Tigelada (traditional pudding) (Pastry – Pérola do Zêzere, Ferreira do Zêzere)

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 20 to Ferreira do Zêzere

FOLLOW LOCAL SIGNS TO: 
Ferreira do Zêzere – Lago Azul

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