There is a story we want to tell you. From the green mountains to the north, the vineyards of the Douro and the schist villages. Enjoy centuries-old traditions and pages of history. Record every moment of that heritage of memories that bounces from generation to generation.
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Old Jewish Quarters Route

Discover Jewish Portugal through our Heritage tour. Walk in the footsteps of your ancestors, and learn about ancient Jewish traditions. In this journey, you will discover Portugal's Jewish communities.

Portugal Jewish history was about to be transformed! Until their expulsion in 1496, Jews in Portugal had been an integrated value for Portuguese culture. As a result, Catholic Monarchs gave them two choices; leave or convert. Rich or poor jews were made equal and forced to either adopt Catholic tradition or find a new home. With this, Portuguese Jewish communities ended.

Consequently, most traveled over North Europe and America; others traveled to Constantinople, Netherlands, Brasil, United States, or Greece. As a result, they left behind their possessions, property, beloved towns, cities, and villages.

Jewish Portugal tour is about traveling through a Jewish past that is always present. So let us guide you by an eight days Jewish Portugal heritage tour through the heart of soul of Jewish Portugal.

Our Jewish heritage tour in this region of Portugal will be a chance for you to discover one of the most beautiful regions in our country. This region has been the meeting place of three great cultures and religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islamism.

Since the 15th century, persecutions, convictions, forced conversions destroyed this Jewish community. However, all those nicknamed "New Christians" continued secretly inside their homes, honoring their religion and resisting assimilation.

The old Jewish quarter's route looks at a heritage of great value. But, unfortunately, it is not always visible because it has been subjected to multiple destructions and pressures.

But we also want to extend your Jewish Heritage tour on local culture, history, and gastronomy. So this will be a tour where you will get to know locals and their culture in this North/Center area of Portugal. For that, we have prepared for you unique experiences all along the way.