Cork Farm Walking Tour near Évora

About the Cork Farm Walking Tour

Our farm is located on the foothills of the Serra D’Ossa, in the heart of the Alentejo region of Portugal. Owned by an Anglo-Portuguese family for over five generations, this 540-hectare estate has long been dedicated to cork forestry and livestock, with daily life historically centered around its traditional farmhouse, beautifully set overlooking the surrounding countryside.

This experience invites you to discover the cork oak forest up close, walking through peaceful fields and shaded woodland in a calm and natural setting. As you explore the landscape, you’ll engage all your senses — from the earthy aromas of the forest to the textures of the cork oak bark and the sounds of nature around you.

During the walk, you’ll learn what cork is today and why it remains such an important natural resource, both in Portugal and worldwide. Your guide will explain the heritage, sustainability, and lifecycle of cork, from the cork oak tree to its many modern uses, highlighting why cork harvesting is one of the most environmentally friendly forestry practices in the world.

This experience offers a perfect balance of nature, culture, and learning, ideal for travelers seeking a deeper connection with the Alentejo landscape. Whether you are curious about cork, passionate about sustainability, or simply looking for a peaceful outdoor experience, this visit provides an authentic insight into one of Portugal’s most iconic traditions.

What’s Included

• Arrival at the farm and welcome
• Guided cork oak forest walk (hiking-style)
• Cork education: heritage, lifecycle, sustainability and modern uses
• Scenic pauses for landscape, springs, flora & fauna
• Hill hike to a 360º panoramic viewpoint

What’s Not Included

• Transportation to and from the farm (private transfer available on request)
• Food and drink
• Gratuities for the guide

Itinerary

1. Welcome – Arrival at the farm and welcome
2. Cork Forest Hike – Guided walk through peaceful woodland and shaded trails
3. Cork Education – Learn the heritage, lifecycle and sustainability of cork from your guide
4. Scenic Pauses – Stop to take in the landscape, water springs, flora and fauna
5. Hilltop Viewpoint – Hike up for a 360° panoramic view over the farm and Serra D’Ossa

Highlights

Five generations of the same family. This 540-hectare estate has been owned and worked by the same Anglo-Portuguese family for over five generations — a genuine, living connection to the land.

Guided by locals, not scripted hosts. Your guides have walked this ground since childhood, bringing a depth of knowledge that comes from lived experience, not a training manual.

A real hike, not a stroll. The trail leads to a 360° panoramic viewpoint over the farm and the Serra D’Ossa — a rewarding payoff for those willing to walk uphill.

A sensory, unhurried pace. Earthy forest aromas, cork bark textures, birdsong and water springs — this tour is built for slowing down and noticing, not rushing through.

Transportation

• Not included – contact us if you need private transfer

Meeting point

• After booking we will send all the details of the farm, location (meeting point) and contact.