Church, mosque or temple · Portugal · Centro
Alcobaca Monastery
A grand Cistercian monastery known for its soaring nave and royal tombs.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Alcobaca Monastery matters
Alcobaca Monastery has a vast, plain Gothic nave, and its stone interior feels austere and calm. Inside are the elaborate tombs of Pedro and Ines, a famous love story of Portuguese history. The old kitchen has a huge chimney.
Talking points
- The nave is austere and tall.
- A famous royal couple is buried here.
- The kitchen is a surprise.
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Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.