Category: Civil Architecture > Viewpoint
District: Évora > Portel > São Bartolomeu do Outeiro
The São Bartolomeu do Outeiro Viewpoint is located at the highest point of the village of São Bartolomeu do Outeiro, in the municipality of Portel. This position, situated in the area designated "Viewpoint," provides the site with a privileged perspective of the surroundings. From here, it is possible to observe a landscape that extends over vast areas, from the contours of the urbanization to the most distant horizons of the plain.
From this location, the view is wide and diverse. The landscape encompasses the Alvito reservoir, the fields surrounding Monte Trigo, and the silhouette of the Hermitage of São Pedro. On the horizon, it is possible to spot the towns of Portel and Beja, as well as the houses of Viana do Alentejo to the west. To aid in the observation of these geographical references and distant points of interest, the viewpoint features a telescope.
The São Bartolomeu do Outeiro Viewpoint is a place designed for rest and appreciation of nature. Equipped with urban furniture and providing shaded areas, it invites moments of tranquility and observation. From this point, a small walkway connects to pedestrian paths, allowing for exploration of the surrounding rural landscape or more comprehensive access to the village center.
The village of São Bartolomeu do Outeiro is often referred to as a "viewpoint village," a designation that highlights the inherent landscape value of its highest points. The viewpoint's location on this promontory of the Serra de Portel emphasizes the natural beauty of the region, offering direct contact with the vastness and serenity that characterize the Alentejo landscape.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.35276385399786, -7.908597904776089
Coordinates DMS: 38°21'9.9"N 07°54'31.0"W