Rio Maior Villas from AED 370

As Salinas Naturais de Rio Maior, também conhecidas como Salinas da Fonte da Bica, estão situadas no sopé da Serra dos Candeeiros, a três quilómetros de Rio Maior, em Portugal.

São compartimentos – talhos - feitos de cimento ou de pedra, de tamanho variado e pouco fundos, para onde, por regueiras, é conduzida a água salgada que se tira de um poço.

Presentemente, a água é elevada por meio de um motor e distribuída segundo um sistema conjuntamente aceite e respeitado (nem sempre) por todos os proprietários. Os esgoteiros, as eiras e as casas de madeira para armazenagem do sal, completam o conjunto do que é denominado Marinhas de Sal de Rio Maior.

Uma mina de sal-gema, muito extensa e profunda, segundo os técnicos, atravessada por uma corrente subterrânea que alimenta um poço, faz com que a água dele extraída seja salgada, sete vezes mais salgada que a do mar. Da sua exposição ao sol e ao vento e consequente evaporação da água obtêm-se o sal, depositado no fundo dos talhos e que depois é colocado em montes, em forma de pirâmides, para secar até ser recolhido.

O processo é rudimentar e semelhante ao usado nas salinas da beira-mar. Só há diferença no vale pitoresco que as rodeia, no poço, no estilo próprio dos marinheiros (como são conhecidos os homens que trabalham nas salinas), nas casas de madeira e no ar campestre que se respira.

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Apartment 'Casa Rústica' with Shared Pool, Shared Terrace and Wi-Fi

Azambuja

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AED 656 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

Afonso Henriques - King Suite with Balcony

Lourinhã

AED 399 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Mar - 4 Mar

'Casa Valada My Land' with Shared Pool, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning

Valada

AED 370 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

Villa "Silver Coast" with Mountain View & Garden

Alcobaça

AED 2,879 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Mar - 12 Mar

Villa "Atlantic View" with Private Pool & Wi-Fi

Salir do Porto

Matthew S.

AED 4,075 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Feb - 14 Feb

Villa 'Quinta Centieira-Scalab Wine Estate' with Mountain View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning

Santarém

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AED 3,096 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

Villa 'Mila Piscina aquecida e Jacuzzi' with Mountain View, Private Pool and Wi-Fi

Salir de Matos

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AED 2,565 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

Country Village Senses - Quinta Exclusiva

Reguengo Grande

AED 4,941 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

Marquês de Pombal - Two Bedroom Suite

Lourinhã

AED 409 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

Amália Rodrigues - Deluxe Queen Suite

Lourinhã

AED 424 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

Bocage - King Suite with Balcony

Lourinhã

AED 424 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

Inês de Castro - Deluxe Suite with sea view

Lourinhã

AED 424 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

Apartment 'Casa Retiro' with Shared Pool, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning

Azambuja

AED 445 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

Fernando Pessoa - Queen Suite with sea view

Lourinhã

AED 444 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

'Villa ‘Flor’ with Heated Pool, Whirlpool, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning

Salir de Matos

"Très bon séjour dans cette villa, nous n'avons manqué de rien. Piscine chauffée, SPA très agreable le soir, pas besoin de la climatisation car les nuits n'ont pas été trop chaude. Pas de nuisances sonores, donc si vous cherchez le calme c'est parfait. On est très vite relié à l'autoroute.De plus, nous avons eu 2 petits problèmes techniques et ils ont été rapidement réglés.Le seul bémol concerne le papier hygiénique que nous ne pouvions pas mettre dans les toilettes."

Caroline G.

AED 2,434 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

Holiday home 'Casa Girassol' with shared pool, private terrace, and Wi-Fi access

Azambuja

AED 953 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

Villa 'Rosa Com Piscina E Jacuzzi' with Mountain View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning

Salir de Matos

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AED 2,329 total

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28 Feb - 1 Mar

Villa 'Colina' with Mountain View, Private Pool and Wi-Fi

Salir de Matos

"Pros: Villa Prado was amazing! It was just as spacious and grand as the photos, and the modern kitchen made self-catering a breeze. The living areas were super comfy and perfect for chilling out. The private pool was definitely the highlight – a truly peaceful and private spot for swimming, sunbathing, and just unwinding. We spent ages by the pool, soaking up the sun, enjoying the quiet, and taking in the incredible views. We loved it so much we even extended our stay! Thanks, Villa Prado, for a...

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AED 3,147 total

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Hotel Santa Maria

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"Very clean and the stars are friendly and helpful. Rooms and lobby have nice modern decor and there is a pleasant seating area with fireplace."

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Our top choices for Rio Maior villas

Apartment 'Casa Rústica' with Shared Pool, Shared Terrace and Wi-Fi

Afonso Henriques - King Suite with Balcony

'Casa Valada My Land' with Shared Pool, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning

Villa "Silver Coast" with Mountain View & Garden

Villa "Atlantic View" with Private Pool & Wi-Fi

Villa 'Quinta Centieira-Scalab Wine Estate' with Mountain View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning

Villa 'Mila Piscina aquecida e Jacuzzi' with Mountain View, Private Pool and Wi-Fi