Mercearia de Marvão
An welcoming open door full of Alentejo identity
Who we are
A family company who chose Marvão to live and work, but above all, believes that this is one of the most beautiful places in the world, and for that reason, is happy to show it and share it.
Well prepared thechnically, we make a clear commitment to quality, to what is genuine and unique.
Our mission is to provide you an authentic experience.
We are open
Mondays to Saturdays from 9 to 13 and 14 until 18
Sundays from 9 to 13
Concept
Reproduction of an old grocery store, týpical of Alentejo villages, where not only regional products are sold, but also food/goods necessary for the day-to-day life of a community, anda also small souvenirs.
Certain spaces as well as certain products, tell us stories about a particular community, about their experiences and their common identity.
Mercearia de Marvão intention is to value products that have survived time and mass consumption, provide an outlet for regional production and reveal Marvão as a brand and as a touristic product.
In the backgroud there is always the ideia of service to the local community and not just for tourists
The location
Located at Rua do Espírito Santo nº1, close to Praça do Pelourinho and Câmara Velha , in the beginning of the street that leads to the castle, the building has, on its ground floor , the typical “loja” of Marvão’s houses.
Not knowing the antiquity of the property and the works that have been carried out over time, we know, however, that in the middle of the last century the Casa do Povo was located here, thus constituting the building, an important public space.
Products
In addition to the “Mercearia de Marvão” branded products (Catarina Catita handicrafts, t-shirts, postcards, notebooks, magnets, bookmarks, etc.) Mercearia’s point of honor is the sale of local products , natural or processed with the raw materials existing in the region:
- Maçã Bravo de Esmolfe, DOP
- Castanha de Marvão, DOP
- Mel da Serra de Marvão (José Garção)
- Cafés Gitana
- Pão cozido a forno de lenha (Padaria da Portagem e Póvoa e Meadas)
- Delícias d’Avózinha
- Vinho Turimenha
- Os3 produtos agrícolas
- ArtMarvão
- Terrius (cooperativa de agricultores)
- Artesanato Maria Joaquim Bonacho
- Bordados com casca de castanha (Adelaide Martins)
- Cerveja Barona
- Quinta do Vaqueirinho
- Azeitona Verde
- Azeite Penedo da Raínha
- Azeite Castelo de Marvão
- Confeitaria e Chocolates Ebro
- Rui Reguinha winemaker - Terrenus
The regional production is also well represented. Here are some local brands:
- Salsicharia Alpalhoense
- Sotonisa
- Almojanda
- Vale do Mestre
- Rebuçados de Ovo de Portalegre
- Amêndoa Regional de Portalegre
- Coopor (Lagar Cooperativo de Portalegre)
- Vinho das marcas: Tapada do Chaves, Muachos, Casa da Urra, Altas Quintas, Pedra Basta, Ladeira de Alegrete, Porto da Bouga,entre muitas outras
We post and ship, just write to merceariademarvao@gmail.com and we will tell you all about it!
Our other services
Estalagem de Marvão
An authentic and genuine experience
Visite Marvão
Come and discover the most impressive castle in Alto Alentejo
Casinha de Marvão
Small and rustic house, typical of the local architecture, full of history but well restored
Padaria de Marvão
Smells like freshly baked Alentejo bread
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Schedule your stay
- +351 245 993 059 / +351 968 147 862