Local Information:
The village of Pinhal is situated just outside the castle walls of Obidos. It is an old village just 5 minutes walk from the main gates of Obidos. There are plenty of big supermarkets within 5 or 10 minutes drive, but best of all, the village mini-market/bar/coffee shop is about 30 seconds away just round the corner from the house. So if you forget anything vital, wine, matches, eggs you just pop round anytime between 09.00 in the morning and 10.00 at night.
Obidos Events:
The Town of Obidos has many festivals, concerts and events each year, In 2008 These include:
The 6th International Festival of Chocolate in Obidos 14 – 24 February 2008
It just does not get any better for Chocolate lovers !
AND
The Medieval Fair, Obidos July 2008
A fantastic Fair, so much to see and different themes every day, what an experience, sitting at a wooden table as the sun goes down in the middle of a medieval market. Smelling the woodsmoke from the open fire over which your meat is being roasted and being surronded by jugglers, street vendors and market traders, all in costume.
Surfing, Golf, beaches and restaurants:
Some of the best surfing in Europe can be experienced in Peniche at Baleal beach which is 15 minutes drive away.
Fantastic golfing at the Praia D'El Rey Golf Resort about 20 minutes drive.
There are many beaches and seaside resorts to visit in the local area and a huge number of restaurants to enjoy.