Mértola
Map
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Gallery
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Facts and practical information
Mértola is a municipality in southeastern Portuguese Alentejo near the Spanish border. In 2011, the population was 7,274, in an area of approximately 1,292.87 square kilometres : it is the sixth-largest municipality in Portugal. Meanwhile, it is the second-lowest population centre by density with approximately 5.62 persons/1 square kilometre. ()
Day trips
Mértola – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Church of Nossa Senhora da Anunciação, Castle of Mertola, Guadiana Valley Natural Park, Ponte de Mértola.