Parque das Merendas

About

Parque das Merendas is a welcoming green retreat near the entrance to Sintra’s mountain roads, offering a relaxed and family‑friendly atmosphere. Traditionally used as a picnic area, the park is shaded by tall trees that create a cool, refreshing environment even on warm days. Wooden tables, open clearings, and gentle pathways make it an ideal spot to pause before or after exploring Sintra’s palaces and forests. The surrounding landscape reflects the region’s natural charm, with birdsong, soft breezes, and the scent of pine adding to its peaceful character. Popular with locals and travellers alike, Parque das Merendas provides a simple yet delightful escape where visitors can enjoy nature, share a meal outdoors, and experience a quieter side of Sintra’s cultural landscape.

Sintra Portugal

Location

Parque das Merendas is located along Estrada da Pena 16 in Sintra, on the northern slopes of the Serra de Sintra hills within the Sintra municipality, Lisbon District, Portugal, at coordinates approximately 38.79319, -9.39202. This shaded picnic park with over 500 trees, stone tables, and scenic viewpoints sits adjacent to Villa Sassetti, a short walk from Sintra's historic center including the National Palace and Quinta da Regaleira's mystical gardens, and en route to hilltop landmarks like Pena Park, the Moorish Castle, and Monserrate Palace, all within the UNESCO-listed Sintra Cultural Landscape.