Audio Guide of the Chalet and Garden of the Countess of Edla

The Chalet and Garden of the Countess of Edla usually opens from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with last entry one hour before closing. We always recommend checking the latest opening hours on the official website before your visit. To get there, you can take a bus from Sintra station or, if you are feeling adventurous, enjoy a walk along the trails of Pena Park. More details at: Parques de Sintra

Admission to the Chalet and Garden of the Countess of Edla costs approximately €3.50 for adults, but you can also find combined tickets with other Sintra monuments that offer better value. Discounts are available for children, seniors, and families. We recommend buying your tickets online to avoid queues and take advantage of possible special offers. You can check the latest prices at: Parques de Sintra Prices

To fully enjoy the Chalet and Garden of the Countess of Edla, we recommend setting aside between 1 and 2 hours. The chalet itself is small, but the gardens are exquisite and deserve a leisurely stroll to appreciate the botanical variety and the views. If you enjoy photography, you may want even more time.

The chalet was built by King Ferdinand II and his second wife, Elise Hensler, the Countess of Edla, in a romantic Alpine style. It symbolizes their love and their shared appreciation for nature and art. The Countess was an opera singer and actress, and this place reflects her artistic personality and her connection with nature.

Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to October) are ideal thanks to the pleasant temperatures and the garden’s blooms or autumn colors. If you want to avoid crowds and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, I suggest visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon, especially on weekdays. That way, you may have the place almost to yourself.

Access to the chalet can be somewhat limited due to its stairs and the nature of the terrain in the gardens. Although some areas are passable, the full route is not completely wheelchair accessible. The best option is to contact Parques de Sintra for detailed accessibility information and to plan your visit: [email protected].

Sintra is full of wonders! The chalet and garden are located inside Pena Park, so you can easily combine your visit with the stunning Pena National Palace. Also nearby, you can explore the Moorish Castle or the enigmatic Quinta da Regaleira. A tourist bus connects the main sights.

I recommend wearing comfortable shoes, as you will do quite a bit of walking through the gardens and the ground can be uneven. Don’t forget your camera, as this is an incredibly photogenic place. Also, consider downloading our audio guide from iAudioguia.com in advance so you have all the historical information and fascinating details at hand while you explore, without depending on an internet connection. That will let you truly immerse yourself in the history of the site.