History of Zambujal
It used to be called Nossa Senhora da Conceição de Zambujal and in 1811 it was the seat of a council (concelho). It was part of the concelho of Rabaçal and later of Soure; since 1855 it has belonged to Condeixa-a-Nova. Janeanes is its highest point, with a typical windmill.
What to see in Zambujal
Mural by Pier Maria Baldi (Fonte Coberta)
Azulejos with a drawing by the Florentine artist who accompanied Cosimo III de’ Medici to Santiago in 1669.
Stone bridge of Fonte Coberta
17th century.
Population and location
In the 2021 census, the parish of Zambujal had 349 inhabitants; its area is 18.42 km².
The Portuguese Camino in Zambujal
Zambujal is at km 12.6 of the Alvorge – Cernache stage. You enter along the Rua de Santiago, and the village keeps several historical references to the Camino.
Frequently asked questions
Which stage of the Portuguese Camino is Zambujal on?
At km 12.6 of the Alvorge – Cernache stage (26.1 km (16.2 miles)); 13.5 km remain to Cernache.