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Europe Day 7: Feira Nacional do Cavalo

13 November 2015 86 km / 53 mi (map)

  • Added to Eric Scouten :: Travel on 31 May 2026
  • Portugal 5

We timed our visit this week to take in the National Horse Fair (English) or Feira Nacional do Cavalo (Portuguese). It’s an amazing spectacle centered around the Lusitano horse, all manner of riding attire, and roasted chestnuts.

My friend Keron and her husband (2026 update: Carlos has since passed) are very active in this community and they were most gracious hosts in introducing us to this evening’s festivities.

Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal · by Tara Scouten
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal

There’s something amusing about the mix of modern and historical here …

Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal
Golegã, Santarém, Portugal · by Tara Scouten
Tomar to Golegã to Ourém, Santarém, Portugal · 86 km / 53 mi
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