What do you know about the Batalha Monastery?
Let's list some interesting facts here:
In fact, its original name is Santa Maria da Vitória Monastery, but it became known as Batalha Monastery. However, it is also called the "Temple of the Fatherland";
It is a Dominican monastery located in the village of Batalha, in the district of Leiria in the Centro region, province of Beira Litoral, in Portugal;
It was built in 1386 by King João I of Portugal in gratitude to the Virgin Mary for the victory over Castilian rivals in the battle of Aljubarrota;
This monastery of the Order of São Domingos was built over two centuries until around 1563, during the reign of seven kings of Portugal, although since 1388 the first Dominican friars lived there;
An example of late Portuguese Gothic architecture, or Manueline style, it is considered a world heritage site by UNESCO;
On July 7, 2007 he was elected as one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal;
In Portugal, IPPAR still classifies it as a National Monument, since 1910. And since 2016, it has the status of National Pantheon.
His story is amazing, right? Did you know that… at the start of the work on the Monastery of Batalha, a small temple was built, the remains of which were still visible at the beginning of the 19th century?! It was in this building – Santa Maria-a-Velha, also known as Igreja Velha – that Mass was celebrated, giving support to the shipyard workers. It was a poor work, done with few resources.
For more history go to: www.mosteirobatalha.gov.pt
⚠️ ATTENTION!!! - Due to COVID 19, it is mandatory to wear a mask inside the monument.
HOW TO GET
Departing from Lisbon: Buses depart from Sete Rios (near Jardim Zoológico metro station - blue line) and the first timetable is at 7 am, the trip takes 2 hours and costs €12.00. The last return bus (Batalha - Lisbon) is at 18:15.
SCHEDULES
October 16th to March 31st - From 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (last entry 5:30 pm)
April 1st to October 15th - From 9:00 am to 6:30 pm (last entry 6:00 pm)
The opening hours of the Monument can be extended by appointment, under conditions to be agreed.
Closed: January 1st, Easter Sunday, May 1st and December 25th.
TICKETS
Single ticket: €6.
World Heritage Ticket (Alcobaça, Batalha, Convento de Cristo): €15 - valid for 7 days.
Free entry: Sundays and holidays, throughout the day, for all citizens residing in the national territory, not inhibiting the possibility of adopting a Special Ticket ("Ticket Donation"), in cases where visitors want to make a donation of any amount. Proof of permanent residence must be presented.
*Visitors aged 65 years or over (properly identified) - 50%.
General rules applicable to all visits
Advance booking is mandatory for groups over 50 people,
Quantity discounts do not apply to Circuit Tickets,
All discounts applied to individual tickets are applicable to Circuit Tickets,
It is prohibited to smoke or eat anywhere on the visiting circuit,
Vouchers issued in advance purchase of tickets are valid for 1 year,
Discounts are not cumulative.
CONTACTS
📍 Address: Largo Infante D. Henrique 2440-109 BATALHA
☎️ Telephone: +351 244765497
ACCOMMODATION TIP
Mosteiro View
Set 160 meters from Batalha Monastery and 2.3 km from Exposalão Exhibition Center in Batalha, Mosteiro View offers accommodation with free WiFi and a seating area.
The units feature parquet floors, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. A fridge, hob, toaster and kettle are also available.
Main amenities: free parking and free Wi-Fi.
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+INFO
📍 Address: Praça de Mouzinho Albuquerque 5, 2440-109 Batalha, Portugal ☎️ Telephone: +351 966 822 668
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