A Spiritual Haven: Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Conceição de Vila Viçosa

Getting There

• Bus

  From Évora city center, head to the main bus station, Terminal Rodoviário de Évora, located on Avenida de São Sebastião. There are several buses daily to Vila Viçosa. Purchase your ticket at the station or through the bus company if possible. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes. Once you arrive at Vila Viçosa, exit the bus station and head towards the town center. Follow the signs or ask locals for directions to 'Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Conceição', which is about a 15-minute walk from the bus stop.

• Train and Bus

  From Évora, take a train from the Évora train station to the nearest station, Estação de Borba. The train ride lasts around 30 minutes. Once you arrive at Borba, exit the train station and look for the local bus or taxi that can take you to Vila Viçosa, which is about 10 kilometers away. Alternatively, you can walk from Borba to Vila Viçosa, but it may take approximately 1.5 hours. Once in Vila Viçosa, ask for directions to the sanctuary, which is centrally located.

• Walking (if within range)

  If you are feeling adventurous and are already in the outskirts of Évora, you might consider walking to Vila Viçosa. The distance is approximately 30 kilometers, which would take about 6 hours. Follow the path along the N4 road towards Vila Viçosa. Ensure you have sufficient water and snacks for the journey. This route will take you through scenic landscapes of the Alentejo region.