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Museu da Vila Velha de Vila Real
- heritage
Rua de Trás-os-Muros
5000-657, Vila Real
The Museum of Vila Velha is a new cultural equipment of Vila Real, housed in a building designed by the architect António Belém Lima, and aims to make known the fruits of archaeological excavations in Vila Velha, allowing an increasingly profound knowledge of occupation of this territory. The visitor can contact closely with the results of the interventions, but also with associated archaeological practices. On the lower level, offers an area dedicated to temporary exhibitions, diverse themed. On the top floor, an area for holding exhibitions of average duration. There is also an auditorium with capacity for 60 people.
Lamas de Olo
- country
- heritage
Lamas de Olo
5000, Lamas de Olo
An old and rustic village composed of schist and culm houses. According to the local tradition, the lower floor of the constructions is still used as "loja" (a warehouse) for animals. A special note to the granite water-mills, "canastros" or "espigueiros" (corn warehouses), granite thrashing-floors and typical fountains with the traditional places for the cattle. A region with abundant archaeological vestiges. The inhabitants of Lamas de Olo are mostly farmers and shepherds.
Parque de Campismo de Vila Real
- hotels
Rua Doutor Manuel Cardona
5000-558, Vila Real
The Parque de Campismo de Vila Real, located very close to the city centre, is the ideal destination for lovers of camping and nature. Is also indicated for all those who seek to learn more about the historical and cultural heritage of Vila Real. The Archaeological Park of Ellen, the Alvão Natural Park, the Mateus Palace and the Tower of Quintela, attractions not to be missed.
Terra de Montanha
- food & drink
Rua 31 de Janeiro, 28
5000-603, Vila Real
The granit walls, wooden ceilings, photographs of the Douro and traditional utensils make this house a charming place. Devoted to the Trás-os-Montes cuisine, served in large doses. Good wine list.
Cristas de Galo
- leisure
Vila Real
5000, Vila Real
As cristas de galo são também conhecidas como Pastéis de Toucinho, uma vez que a sua origem será mesma essa. Oriundas do Convento de Santa Clara ter-se-ão destacado pelo seu formato peculiar em forma de crista, que acabou por batizar esta extraordinária relíquia da doçaria local.
Ponte de Cabril
- heritage
EN2
5000, Vila Real
A stone bridge that is part of the National Road 2.
Igreja da Misericórdia de Vila Real
- heritage
Rua da Misericórdia
5000-653, Vila Real
Built in the 16th century, has undergone changes over the centuries. The interior of a single nave, has 17th century altarpieces and baseboards of tile. The facade is of granite and archaizing trait.
Ponte de Santa Margarida
- heritage
Rua da Guia
5000-621, Vila Real
Over the Corgo river, east of Vila Real. A municipal road passes here, connecting the city with properties, farms and houses on the left bank of the Corgo.
Fonte de Nossa Senhora de Almodena
- heritage
Bairro de Almodena
5000, Vila Real
A stone fountain that has the image of Our Lady of Almodena in the centre.