Explore Castro Verde by solving clues and discovering landmarks at your own pace. This self-guided, app-based scavenger hunt pairs light walking with cultural insights and local history.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the main square and the wind of the Alentejo plains pushes at your shoulders, guiding you past whitewashed facades toward the basilica’s carved stone. Castro Verde doesn’t rush — it offers details: plaques, tiles, a windmill turning like an old clock. This scavenger hunt turns those details into a map of curiosity.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires moderate mobility for 2–3 km of walking
Wildlife
History
Castro Verde grew as a market town with a strong ecclesiastical presence; the Royal Basilica reflects parish wealth and communal identity from the 17th–18th centuries.
Conservation
The surrounding Alentejo plains support steppe bird conservation; stick to public roads and avoid disturbing farmland or nesting grounds.
Reserve your spot on the Castro Verde Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
The tour runs in an app and uses GPS and photo tasks—start fully charged and bring a power bank if you plan to linger.
Wear grippy footwear
Streets are mostly paved or cobbled with short steps; comfortable, stable shoes help maintain pace and safety.
Carry water and sun protection
Summer sun can be strong on exposed streets—bring water, sunscreen, and a hat.
Respect private and agricultural spaces
Clues may lead near farms or homes—stay on public paths and avoid trespassing on fields.
Smartphone with app access
Required to access the scavenger-hunt content, maps, and photo tasks.
Comfortable walking shoes
Stable soles for cobbles, short stairs, and mixed pavement.
Water bottle
Light hydration keeps you comfortable during warm months.
summer
Portable charger
Extends phone battery for navigation and photo tasks if you plan to linger.