Agenda
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Available Experiences
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Carriage Rides
To the sound of Klopp, an Ardennes horse, enjoy an unforgettable ride through the natural heritage of the Sintra Hills — a calm and distinctive way to experience Park of Pena.
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Capacity: max. 5 people (for a private ride, book the full capacity)
- Meeting point / start: inside Park of Pena (recommended entry via Valley of Lakes, near Little Birds Fountain)
- Tickets online only; Park entry ticket is required in addition to the ride
Horse and Pony Rides
Two ways to experience Pena Park to the rhythm of hoofbeats: pony rides for children and horse rides for those who want to explore D. Fernando II’s landscape.
- Duration: 20 minutes (pony rides) and 30 minutes (horse rides)
- Capacity for horse rides: 1 horse per person, up to a maximum of 4 people
- Meeting point: Stables of the Park of Pena
- Tickets: Online only; the price of the ride is in addition to the entrance ticket to the Park of Pena.
Mornings of Equestrian Art
Watch the morning training of the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art, rooted in the traditions of the Portuguese court of the 18th century. A rare chance to admire the beauty of purebred Lusitano horses.
- Mondays to Fridays
- Location: Picadeiro Henrique Calado; Páteo da Nora (Calçada da Ajuda, Lisbon)
- Páteo da Nora: 11:00–12:00
- Riding Ring: 12:00–13:00
Breeding and Selecting the Lusitano Horse for Equestrian Art and Dressage
A training day focused on the Purebred Lusitano, in partnership with APSL, covering breeding, handling and training — bringing together methods and know-how.
- Location: National Palace of Queluz and Henrique Calado Riding Ring
- Date: November 7, 2026
- Time: 9 AM – 6:30 PM
- Language: Portuguese
Workshop: Tea in Bloom - From Harvest to Cup
Pick tea flowers in the Park of Pena, discover how to prepare an infusion and complete the experience with a tasting at the Chalet of the Countess of Edla.
- Tea flower picking at Alto do Chá
- Workshop with expert guidance
- Infusion tasting at the Chalet of the Countess of Edla
- Park admission and transfers included
Soundhealing - New beginning
What if you could pause for a moment to reconnect with yourself? An immersive sound journey where sacred sounds and the vibrations of musical instruments invite you to slow down, awaken your senses, and embrace a new beginning.
- Location: Nature Interpretation Centre of Monserrate
- Date: November 7, 2026
- Time: 10:30AM
- Duration: 1h15
Homer, Steinbeck and Vampire Bats
A walking talk through Monserrate Park where literature, science and landscape meet. From myth to real biology, it challenges misconceptions and highlights bats’ ecological role.
- Location: Park of Monserrate, Nature Interpretation Centre
- Date: November 14, 2026
- Time: 2:30PM
- Duration: 2h30
Handmade Notebook Workshop
What if paper that has outlived its purpose could be transformed into a meaningful gift? In this workshop, we give forgotten materials a new lease of life, turning them into unique, handmade notebooks, crafted with love and care.
- Location: Farmyard of Monserrate
- Date: November 21, 2026
- Time: 2:30PM
- Duration: 2 hours
Riding Principles of Portuguese Equestrian Art
A workshop dedicated to Portuguese Equestrian Art, exploring the training process of the Alter Lusitano horse, from its early training to the highest levels of equestrian education, through theoretical explanations and practical demonstrations.
- Location: Henrique Calado Riding Arena - Belém, Lisbon
- Date: November 23, 2026
- Time: 10:30 am to 4:30 pm (lunch included)
- Languague: English
At the Royal Estate of Queluz with Sofia Braga: The Neoclassical Decorative Programmes (1819–1820)
Come and discover the various themes that make up the decoration of the National Palace of Queluz.
- Venue: National Palace of Queluz
- Date: 26 November 2026
- Time: 7.00 pm
- Duration: approximately two hours
- The Encounter concludes with a cocktail reception, offering an opportunity to socialise and informally exchange ideas and experiences.
Mushrooms and other Fungi at the Convent of the Capuchos
Among centuries-old trees and mysterious trails, a hidden world awaits discovery. Come and explore the mushrooms and other fungi that bring the Sintra Mountains to life.
- Location: Convent of the Capuchos
- Date: November 28, 2026
- Time: 10AM
- Duration: 3h
Amphibians and other night Fauna
A guided evening walk in Pena Park to discover amphibians and other animals active after dark. With biologist Francisco Aguilar, learn to identify key species and understand their role in local ecosystems.
- Location: Park of Pena
- Date: November 28, 2026
- Time: 5:45PM
- Duration: 2h30
From the Forest to Christmas – Nature Walk & Natural Paint Workshop
What if the forest were a box of magical paints? Come and discover the hidden colours of nature and transform them into colourful Christmas creations filled with imagination and magic!
- Location: Convent of the Capuchos
- Date: November 29, 2026
- Time: 10AM
- Duration: 3 hours
- Language: Portuguese
Portuguese School of Equestrian Art Gala - December
An unforgettable show recreating the atmosphere of the 18th-century Portuguese court, with Portuguese Equestrian Art performed to period music, a true journey back in time.
- Location: Henrique Calado Riding Ring (Calçada da Ajuda, Lisbon)
- Next date: 4 December 2026
- Time: 7 PM (Nora Patio visit: 6 PM)
- Airs Above the Ground; Court Games (equestrian exercises)
- Follow along via “Arte Equestre” app / digital brochure
New Year's Equestrian Gala
A night of tradition, elegance, and equestrian magic to welcome 2027. Experience the splendour of the 18th-century Portuguese court in a unique spectacle, where Alter Real Lusitano horses, gala attire, music, and the art of classical equestrianism come together in an unforgettable celebration.
- Location: Henrique Calado Riding Ring (Calçada da Ajuda, Lisbon)
- Next date: 8 January 2027
- Time: 9:30PM (Nora Patio visit: 8:30PM)
- Live Music
- Airs Above the Ground; Court Games (equestrian exercises)
- Follow along via “Arte Equestre” app / digital brochure