Herdade Foz da Represa
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- Small site on an Alentejo wine estate 25 minutes’ drive from Mértola
- Guadiana Valley Natural Park and birdwatching 10 minutes’ drive
- Vineyard tours, wine tastings and gourmet experiences available
There’s something rather elegant about pitching up at Herdade Foz da Represa, 25 minutes’ drive from the culture-packed ‘white town’ of Mértola in Alentejo. Perhaps it’s because the small handful of touring pitches are part of a grand estate surrounding a graceful – and storied – 19th-century mansion, once a meeting place for freemasons and a backdrop for several Portuguese films.
Or perhaps it’s the variety of gourmet experiences on offer (all of which need to be booked in advance). As well as organised tours to other vineyards, there are daily tours of Herdade Foz da Represa estate itself, and you can also sample their wines along with gastronomic specialities of the Alentejo region, including petiscos (the Portuguese answer to Spanish tapas, for the uninitiated).
On a general day-to-day basis, all your foodie issues are covered too: fresh bread is delivered every morning, and you can also pre-order sandwiches, salads and soups to keep you going on your Alentejo adventures. If you’re into alfresco catering, you can rent barbecues, and the estate owners recommend local black pork for the grill.
This is a place that’s very much designed for self-contained campers – there’s a very smart modern toilet block here, but showers and electricity are not available. Fresh water is also not supplied, but you can pick that up five minutes’ drive away at the local petrol station.
Site type
10
10Open all year 
Tourist board rating
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Bookings must not be for more than 5 consecutive nights.- Tents are not accepted at this park.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
Dutch
English
German
Portuguese
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Gastronomic delight Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearbyLocation
Herdade Foz da Represa
CxP. 7346
Alcaria Ruiva
Amêndoeira do Campo
Mértola
Portugal
7750-017
Directions Timezone
Europe/Lisbon WEST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
37.8185°N
-7.85937°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
The Alentejo is well known for its excellent food and wine, and as you tour the area you should come across plenty of wineries and places to sample some of the local dishes. But before you get to those, perhaps you’d like to work up a good thirst and appetite? If so, riverside walks beckon in the Pego da Vaca area (five minutes’ drive), as do hikes and wildlife watching in the Guadiana Valley Natural Park (10 minutes). Guided birdwatching tours can be organised locally if you’d like the help of an expert.
Maybe a dip would appeal too? There are pools fed by sulphur-rich streams at Água Santa da Morena (25 minutes), or you could choose the Mina de São Domingos River Beach (40 minutes), which has warm waters and facilities including a playground, bar and toilets.
For a bit of insight into local history and culture, start with a visit to Mértola (25 minutes), a classic ‘white town’ with Moorish architecture, a souk and a medieval castle. The Núcleo Museológico Mosteiro - Museu de Mértola Cláudio Torres (half an hour), in a restored old monastery, is worth a visit too.
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- Does Herdade Foz da Represa have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Herdade Foz da Represa dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Herdade Foz da Represa? The Alentejo is well known for its excellent food and wine, and as you tour the area you should come across plenty of wineries and places to sample some of the local … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Herdade Foz da Represa?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Herdade Foz da Represa? From £8.52 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.