Former Portuguese train station in Alentejo
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Practical information
A magical place, an address to cherish as this guesthouse is so unique.
Marvão-Beira was the last Portuguese train station before the Spanish border, and it is now listed as architectural heritage. Thanks to it, we can dive back into the past of this region: the construction of the Lisbon-Madrid line at the end of the 19th century and the richness of its sumptuous polychrome azulejos painted on the façade by Jorge Colaço. They date back to the time when the Portuguese Railway Company expanded the entrance hall to accommodate passengers waiting for connections and depict several national monuments, the regional costumes of Marvão, and the beaches of Figueira da Foz and Nazaré.
Restored with great taste into a guesthouse in 2013, Train Spot offers a charming place to discover a region far from mass tourism.
The São Mamede Natural Park is a destination to relax, encounter authentic Portuguese traditions, and discover the history of this beautiful preserved region of Alentejo, between the Roman city of Ammaia and medieval castles like Marvão, this magnificent fortified medieval village on its spur at 860 meters altitude, a must-see for its flower-adorned white houses and picturesque streets surrounded by walls.
In this very special guesthouse, fado and flamenco concerts are organized on the railway tracks. A whole art of living.
✯ Open all year round ✯
Marvão-Beira was the last Portuguese train station before the Spanish border, and it is now listed as architectural heritage. Thanks to it, we can dive back into the past of this region: the construction of the Lisbon-Madrid line at the end of the 19th century and the richness of its sumptuous polychrome azulejos painted on the façade by Jorge Colaço. They date back to the time when the Portuguese Railway Company expanded the entrance hall to accommodate passengers waiting for connections and depict several national monuments, the regional costumes of Marvão, and the beaches of Figueira da Foz and Nazaré.
Restored with great taste into a guesthouse in 2013, Train Spot offers a charming place to discover a region far from mass tourism.
The São Mamede Natural Park is a destination to relax, encounter authentic Portuguese traditions, and discover the history of this beautiful preserved region of Alentejo, between the Roman city of Ammaia and medieval castles like Marvão, this magnificent fortified medieval village on its spur at 860 meters altitude, a must-see for its flower-adorned white houses and picturesque streets surrounded by walls.
In this very special guesthouse, fado and flamenco concerts are organized on the railway tracks. A whole art of living.
✯ Open all year round ✯
Train Spot Guesthouse
Estacao Ferroviaria de Beirã/Marvão
Largo da Alfândega, 4
7330-012 Beirã
Tel : +351 963 237 402
From 50 EUREstacao Ferroviaria de Beirã/Marvão
Largo da Alfândega, 4
7330-012 Beirã
Tel : +351 963 237 402
Pricing details
Rates 2022, starting from €50 per night for two, breakfast included. Breakfast can be taken in the kitchen, in the living room, on the terrace, in the gardens, or even sitting on the railway tracks ツ
9 rooms accommodating up to 16 people
..:: Rates (based on two people) ::..
⊹ Double or twin rooms (12m2) located on the 2nd floor with private bathroom, from €60 to €70 (extra bed, €10 per night)
⊹ Double or twin rooms (10M2) located on the 2nd floor with shared bathroom, from €50 to €55 (extra bed, €10 per night)
⊹ Apartments for 4 people located on the ground floor with garden (bedroom, living room, private bathroom, kitchen), from €80 to €95
..:: throughout the seasons ::..
⊹ Low season from November to March
⊹ High season from April to October
⊹ Peak season (Easter and New Year)
On-site, heating, fan, hairdryer and iron, wi-fi connection, concerts, terrace.
Note: All prices are provided for informational purposes only and must be confirmed directly with the establishment.
Comments
12 km from Portagem (and its natural pools), 27 km from Portalegre
