Land Adventures: Mafra Bread Making Experience in Portugal
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3.5 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required; just be prepared to knead dough.
Overview
Discover the art of authentic Portuguese bread-making just outside Lisbon. Join a hands-on workshop in Mafra and take home a freshly baked loaf you'll never forget.
Mafra Bread Making Experience
Starting at €79 | 3.5 Hours | Parties of 2 to 20 | Mafra
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About This Adventure
Join a unique 3.5-hour bread-making workshop in Mafra, just 30 minutes from Lisbon. Learn traditional techniques in a wood-fired oven, from kneading to fermentation. Discover the art of crafting healthy, delicious Portuguese bread and take home a loaf you baked yourself, making this experience truly memorable.
Rates
Adult: €76 Ages 14 & Older
Minimum party of 2 required to book
Duration
3.5 Hours
Location
Mafra (30 min from Lisbon)
About
Portuguese bread, or "pão" in Portuguese, is a central element in Portuguese cuisine. There are several types of traditional Portuguese bread, each with its own unique characteristics.
Our bread workshop will be in a wood-fired oven and cold fermentation!
During these three hours, we will explore the secrets of the art of making bread. Discover ancestral techniques and traditional methods.
An experience that teaches you how to make healthy bread with high-quality miller's flour.
Includes
- Arrival at the farm and welcome by the producer
- Presentation and introduction of sourdough bread in a wood-fired oven
- Bread kneading techniques
- Know the fermentation processes and times.
- Shape the bread and refrigerate
- Techniques for handling the wood-fired oven and baking bread.
- At the end you will take 1 loaf of bread cooked by you
NOTE
After booking we will send all the details of the reservation, as well as the location of the farm and the contact of the farmer.
If you wish to propose another day or time for the experience, send us a message and we will do our best to reschedule, or we can include one more experience for all day.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early
Arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and meet your instructor before class begins.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
Dress in casual, easy-to-move-in clothes suitable for kneading dough.
Bring Your Camera
Capture the process and your finished bread—these moments are worth remembering.
Book in Advance
Reservations are recommended to secure your spot in this popular workshop.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bird species like swallows and finches
- Farm animals such as chickens and goats
History
Mafra is famous for its monumental monastery, built in the 18th century, which played a significant role in Portuguese history.
Conservation
The region emphasizes sustainable farming practices and preservation of local traditions.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable clothing
Wear clothes you can comfortably move in during hands-on baking.
Camera or smartphone
To capture memorable moments of your baking journey.
Hat or hairnet
Optional but recommended for hygiene during baking.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated while participating in the workshop.