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Casa do Montado – Évora Cork Museum

About

The Casa do Montado – Évora Cork Museum offers a warm and engaging introduction to one of Portugal’s most iconic natural resources: cork. Located in Évora’s historic surroundings, the museum celebrates the cultural, economic, and ecological importance of the montado landscape, where cork oak forests have shaped local life for centuries. Inside, visitors discover how cork is harvested, processed, and transformed, following the journey from tree bark to everyday objects and innovative contemporary designs. The displays highlight traditional tools, artisanal techniques, and the deep relationship between rural communities and the land. More than a technical exhibition, the museum reveals the sustainability and resilience of the cork industry, showing why Portugal remains a world leader in this craft. Casa do Montado offers an authentic and insightful experience that connects nature, heritage, and creativity at the heart of the Alentejo region.

Évora Portugal
Casa do Montado – Évora Cork Museum
Location

Casa do Montado – Évora Cork Museum is located at Rua das Amas do Cardeal 2, 1º, in the historic centre of Évora, Portugal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, housed in a beautifully preserved 19th-century townhouse just south of the bustling Rua 5 de Outubro. Nearby attractions include the lively Praça do Giraldo main square, Évora Public Garden (Jardim Público), Cadaval Palace, the iconic Aqueduto da Água de Prata, vibrant shopping streets like Rua da República, and easy walks to the Roman Temple, Cathedral, and other medieval gems within the old town's atmospheric lanes.

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