Discover the Birds of the Farmyard and Tapada of Monserrate
Which birds live in or visit Monserrate during autumn and winter? Let’s get to know them, discover their habits, and learn how to identify them. Then, we’ll set off to explore the Farmyard through a fun exploration game, searching for hidden birds!
Who’s Hiding in the Farmyard?
Let’s get to know the birds of Monserrate and discover which species visit us during the autumn and winter months. Through a short interactive presentation, we’ll learn some fascinating facts about the most common birds in the area, their habits, characteristics, and how to identify them.
Then it’s time to put our knowledge into practice! In a fun, game-based activity, participants will be invited to explore the Farmyard in search of different “birds” hidden around the grounds, observing, discovering, and learning in a playful and enjoyable way.
A workshop combining nature, learning, and adventure, designed to spark curiosity and foster an appreciation for observing wildlife.
About the Guest
Ana Ramos
Biologist and environmental educator, Ana discovered her passion for birds during her Master’s degree, an interest that has stayed with her ever since. She believes that, with eyes and ears wide open, birds can be found everywhere. For Ana, birdwatching is also a way of encouraging people to pay attention to the world around them and to strengthen their connection with nature.
More informations
- Location: Farmyard and Tapada of Monserrate
- Date: October 24, 2026
- Time: 11AM
- Duration: 1 hour
- Target audience: Families with children aged 5 to 10
- Meeting point: Entrance to Farmyard of Monserrate
- Accessibility: Wheelchair access is limited in certain areas of Farmyard of Monserrate
- Language: Portuguese
- Additional information: Do you have binoculars? Bring them along and join us in discovering the birds of Monserrate!
In partnership with Parques de Sintra, the environmental non-governmental organisation Movimento Bloom holds monthly OPEN DAYS at the Farmyard of Monserrate and the Monserrate Nature Interpretation Centre.
In addition to the complementary activities, admission to these facilities on Open Days is free,subject to prior registration via the Parques de Sintra official website. Visitors taking part in the complementary activities are automatically registered for the Open Day.