Visit, stay & Make

We invite everyone to visit our workshop and observe the production process firsthand. This invitation reflects our commitment to transparent and accessible craftsmanship.

We offer three distinct ways for you to engage with us:

  1. Visit our atelier.

  2. Stay on the same property.

  3. Make your own piece in our atelier.

These options can be experienced independently or together. We are excited to share and celebrate this craft with you!

Two large woven wicker baskets on a work table with colorful woven baskets on shelves in the background.
A person with shoulder-length hair, wearing a leather jacket and black pants, sits on the floor and pets a curled-up tabby cat. They are in an environment with wooden weaving looms, suggesting a textile or weaving workshop.
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Stacks of colorful dried flowers organized by color on wooden trays at a market

Visit

TOINO ABEL's workshop renovates the heritage of Portuguese soft-rush basketry in the small village where this craft has been done for over five hundred years, near the giant waves of Meca of Nazaré. Open Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 1 PM and 2 PM to 5 PM, we welcome walk-ins but suggest appointments. Discover our crafting process, view our projects, and shop on-site for exclusive styles not available in our online store. Payment options include cash and cards.

-> Please email us if you wish to arrange your visit.

A charming house surrounded by a well-manicured garden with green hedge bushes, a yellow-orange tree, and climbing vines on the house, under a clear blue sky.
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A neatly made bed with white linens, featuring folded towels topped with small green pine branches, situated in a warmly lit hotel room with a yellow bedspread, bedside lamp, and beige walls.

STAY

Santa Marta Cottage, built by Nuno's grandfather, offers a cozy retreat surrounded by nature and friendly animals. It's near three UNESCO World Heritage Sites and attractions like the medieval town of Óbidos. The cottage accommodates up to four guests and features a living room, kitchen, and office space. Enjoy a 20% discount on TOINO ABEL purchases during your stay.

-> Reservations via Airbnb only.

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Make

Experience the art of Portuguese basketry firsthand. Our workshops, suitable for all ages and skill levels, last from two days to three weeks, with a maximum of four participants. All materials are provided, and each participant leaves withtheir creation.

While not required, staying at Santa Marta provides the perfect setting to immerse yourself in the craft.

  • Price:

    • Adults: €120 / day

    • Children (up to 16 years old): €70 / day

-> To check for availability please contact us here.

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