Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Faro > Silves > Silves > Cerro de São Miguel
The Orange Route unfolds in the municipality of Silves, located in the Algarve region. Although it has a particular connection to the Cerro de São Miguel area, its scope extends throughout the entire municipal territory.
This expansion allows visitors to explore a vast area, from the valleys and hills of the interior, where orange groves dominate the landscape and the air becomes particularly fragrant during bloom season, to the proximity of the coast, following the fruit's journey from its origin to its transformation.
Silves is historically recognized as the main citrus-producing region in Portugal. The Orange Route celebrates this deep connection to the fruit, inviting discovery of an agricultural legacy that significantly shapes the local landscape and identity.
It is an opportunity to understand the cultural and economic importance of oranges for the community. This fruit has been cultivated in this land for generations, contributing vitally to the economy and traditions of the municipality.
This route invites visitors to a direct immersion into the world of citrus. It is possible to witness the orange harvesting process in selected orchards, allowing one to feel the distinct aromas and the freshness of the rural environment.
Additionally, the route encompasses the possibility of observing the operation of selection and packaging units, revealing the journey the fruit takes from the moment of harvest to its preparation for distribution, a process that combines modern techniques with dedication to the product.
The versatility of the orange is explored in various ways along this route. Visitors can enjoy the freshness of freshly squeezed natural juice and taste the fruit directly from the tree, experiencing its flavor in its purest state.
The route also encourages the discovery of innovative and traditional products that incorporate citrus, such as breads, puff pastries, jams, liqueurs, and even unique orange-based beverages, demonstrating the creativity and gastronomic richness associated with this emblematic fruit of the region.
To enrich the visit, the Orange Route integrates digital tools that allow for a more interactive and engaging experience. Through a dedicated application, Silves AR, Orange Route, visitors can access augmented reality features.
This allows, for example, to visualize extensive orange grove landscapes in 360 degrees or find historical figures linked to the region in emblematic locations, adding a narrative and educational dimension to the exploration of Silves' local and cultural heritage.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 37.1864768,-8.4394661
Coordinates DMS: 37°11'11.3"N 08°26'22.1"W
Weather Silves
On-duty Pharmacy Silves
