Holidays in Portugal in March
In March, you can enjoy a ski vacation in Portugal. It is important to note that there is only one ski resort in the state, known as Serra da Estrela. This resort is located almost in the center of Portugal, and among the advantages can be noted the ideal equipment, focus on beginners. The skiing season starts in January and ends in March. Hurry up to enjoy a rich rest!
Serra da Estrela consists of nine pistes with a total length of 6,136 meters. There are five ski lifts to the delight of tourists. The longest track, called de Logira, is 1.7 kilometers long. At the foot of the ridge, there are two short runs ideal for children. Toddlers can also jump on a trampoline, ride a sled, «buns». After skiing, you can visit the restaurant and walk through the small shops, enjoy your stay in the chic SPA-center Dharma.
Holidays and festivals in Portugal in March
Every tourist who decides to spend their holidays in Portugal in March gets the opportunity to enjoy interesting cultural leisure.
- It is customary throughout the country to celebrate Torcato. This holiday includes a demonstration of livestock, horse races, various competitions for the best performance of folk dances. Every year in Portugal during Torcato there are other events with a special feature.
- It is customary to hold the Chocolate Festival in Obidos. The festival presents the best achievements of the chocolate industry, holds a culinary competition, organizes an exhibition of unusual sculptures from chocolate. Everyone can try a variety of tastings and attend exciting master classes. Among the features of the festival, it should be noted «chocolate therapy», allowing you to enjoy SPA treatments based on cocoa products.
- In March, there are carnival cascades throughout Portugal. According to tradition, local residents spend sambadrome days with flames and dances, processions of jesters. Each locality hosts unique events that can arouse the interest of tourists.
Take the opportunity to have fun in Portugal in March!
