Rice Cycle in Estarreja: Harvest, Husking, and Tasting

Practical event in October and November allows participants to learn about the region's rice heritage and taste the product.

Manual rice harvest in Portuguese fields with a traditional farmhouse in the background.
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Manual rice harvest in Portuguese fields with a traditional farmhouse in the background.

Estarreja celebrates the Rice Cycle with a practical event focused on harvesting, husking, and tasting the grain, under the guidance of local producers.

On the upcoming Saturday, October 3rd, interested individuals can participate in the final phase of the Rice Cycle in Estarreja. Practical activities include the rice harvest, scheduled for 3:00 PM, where participants will have the opportunity to learn from local producers.
Subsequent dates include rice husking on October 24th, followed by a gastronomic tasting on November 7th, also at 3:00 PM. On the same day, a free visit to the museum Fábrica da História - Arroz is scheduled, which will detail the historical heritage of this crop in the region.
The dates and times of the activities may be subject to change due to weather or logistical conditions.
Based on information from the official source: BioRia – Município de Estarreja (28/09/2026)