Located in the Beira Interior Norte region, Celorico da Beira is known as one of the municipalities that serve as an gateway to the imposing Serra da Estrela, shaping its geographical and cultural identity.
The landscape is characterized by a mixture of mountains and plateaus, where the rural environment remains preserved. Contact with nature is a constant, offering an authentic and tranquil setting.
With deep historical roots, dating back to distant times, the municipality holds traces of a rich heritage. Its strategic position over the centuries contributed to the development of its own cultural heritage.
Pastoral traditions and agriculture are pillars of local life, especially sheep farming, which is intrinsically linked to the production of some of the most renowned regional products. The community lives in harmony with the cycles of the land, preserving ancestral knowledge and flavors.
Exploring Celorico da Beira is discovering a piece of Portugal where the authenticity and serenity of Beira Interior reveal themselves at every step.
Authentic flavors that tell the story of our land
This is perhaps the most iconic product of the region. Produced with milk from autochthonous sheep breeds (Churra Mondegueira and Bordaleira Serra da Estrela), coagulated with thistle. It is characterized by its soft and buttery paste, white or yellowish in color, with an intense and slightly acidic flavor, reflecting the mountain pastures. It is a symbol of the council's pastoral tradition.
A robust dish, often present at celebrations. The kid or lamb, from locally raised breeds, is slowly roasted in the oven, seasoned with garlic, bay leaf, and white wine, resulting in tender and juicy meat, expressing the richness of mountain farming.
A variety of white bean with large grains and thin skin, specifically cultivated in this region. Feijocas are a fundamental ingredient in various local dishes, such as stews and casseroles, where their soft texture and mild flavor complement regional meats and cured sausages.
A dish with a distinctive mountain flavor. The rice is prepared with carqueja, an aromatic plant that grows in the mountainous areas of the region. This herb gives the rice a unique bitter taste and a wild aroma, evoking the local landscape.
A simple and traditional dessert. Requeijão, a fresh and mild dairy derivative, also produced from the region's sheep's milk, is served with pumpkin preserve. The freshness of the requeijão harmoniously contrasts with the sweetness and texture of the preserve, ending a meal that reflects conventual and homemade sweets.
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