Castro Daire

Igreja Matriz de Castro Daire

Castro Daire

This church dates back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Featuring Baroque and Neoclassical architecture, it has an aisle parallel to the nave. The exterior features a Neoclassical façade, built in the 19th century, and a bell tower with four …

Capuchinhas do Montemuro - Cooperativa de Artesanato

Castro Daire

A former primary school is home to the Capuchinhas Cooperative, made up of half a dozen women who work with linen and burel, creating garments sold throughout the country.

Cooperativa dos Artesãos do Montemuro

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This cooperative produces handcrafted items typical of the region.

Capela das Carrancas

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Octagonal chapel with a monumental two-flight staircase, with a fountain with gargoyles in the center.

Ruínas da Muralha das Portas de Montemuro

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This remains of the fortress are located at the site known as Portas de Montemuro, with an uncertain construction and occupation date. A fortified settlement attributed to the Iron Age, scattered remains of a wall with a very irregular polygonal …

Teatro Regional da Serra do Montemuro

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The Teatro Regional da Serra do Montemuro (Regional Theater) was founded in 1990, the result of a meeting of local, national, and international artists, in the small village of Campo Benfeito, high in the Serra do Montemuro. It presents shows …

Santuário da Nossa Senhora da Ouvida

Castro Daire

In this place, the polychrome images of Our Lady of Ouvida and Saint Barbara, dating from the 15th century, stand out.

Praia Natural do Pego

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A small beach with calm waters located on one of the banks of the Paiva River, the place is quite wooded and pleasant.

Moinhos de Água de Cujó

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Restored watermills that are still in operation are located along the riverbed.

Miradouro do Santuário da Nossa Senhora da Penha

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The viewpoint is located in the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora da Penha, from where you can enjoy a wonderful view of the village of Alva and the Serra de Montemuro.

Miradouro do Penedo da Saudade

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A lookout point perched on a cliff, with iron-framed stairs offering magnificent views of the Montemuro Mountains, São Macário Mountains, and Arada Mountains. A notable tile panel reads: "It's worth going to Pena, coming to Penedo da Saudade, taking paper …

Museu da Associação Etnográfica e Social do Montemuro

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In this museum, you can learn about the traditions of this region, including crafts, traditional costumes, cuisine, and activities typical of this part of the country. Their primary goal is to preserve ethnographic traditions.