Once voted "the most Portuguese village in Portugal", Monsanto is a small fortified village perched on a large rocky outcrop rising abruptly out of the Idanha Lands. Above the village at the top of the hill sits an imposing castle overlooking the village with stunning views of the plains below and the mountains of the Serra da Estrela in the distance. Walk up the "Rua do Castelo" climbing through the narrow streets of the village where many of the houses are built into the rocky cliffs and granite boulders, then climb the walls of the ancient fortress that sits atop this rocky outcrop. On your way back to the car make sure you stop off at the one of the cafes that features amazing views from its rooftop terraces.

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