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Museu Municipal Leonel Trindade
- heritage
Praça 25 de Abril - Convento de Nossa Senhora da Graça
2560-286, Torres Vedras
Founded in 1929 by Rafael Salinas Calado, it started out as an annex to the Church of São Pedro. After being transferred to the building of the former headquarters of the Irmandade da Santa Casa da Misericórdia, he would still move again. It is currently installed in the building of the former Convent of Graça, of the Order of Augustine Shoes. The main exhibition is an archaeological and ethnographic show with various pieces extracted from the surroundings. Of note is the Medieval Room with paintings and tombstones and the Linhas de Torres Room where you can admire documents, uniforms and …
Termas do Vimeiro
- beach
- leisure
Rua Fonte dos Frades
2560-071, Maceira
Located between the village of Maceira and Praia do Porto Novo, the spa of Fonte dos Frades is part of the spa resort of Vimeiro, in a scenic setting surrounded by magnificent gardens, in the valley of the Alcabrichel River. The water from this source is sodium-magnesian chlorinated, with a total mineralization of 3,200 mg/liter.
Castelo de Torres Vedras
- heritage
Largo Coronel Morais Sarmento
2560-602, Torres Vedras
Castle located on top of a hill, in an area surrounded by the village. The walls were raised by the Arabs and, later, D. Dinis expanded the fortification and D. Manuel ordered its reconstruction. This castle was part of the defensive system of Linhas Torres. Ruined by the 1755 earthquake, it still retains some sections of the wall and the large semi-circular turret that defended the entrance to the former Palace. Inside the wall, in an oval shape, there is a chapel, the citadel that includes the keep and three cisterns.
Forte de São Vicente
- heritage
Rua do Forte de São Vicente
2560, Torres Vedras
Medieval fortress rebuilt in the 19th century, during the French invasions. It was part of the Linhas Torres, being one of its most important fortifications. It is made up of three asymmetrical bulwarks, whose walls are open to cannons, divided by deep moats, which are distributed in a Y shape. At the highest point of the fortress are the ruins of a primitive chapel.
Aqueduto de Torres Vedras
- heritage
EN9
2560, Torres Vedras
Gothic aqueduct with a length of two kilometers. It is formed by two orders of arches, and the water runs in underground channels and on the surface. Its purpose was to supply the village.
Praia de Santa Cruz
- beach
Praia de Santa Cruz
2560, Santa Cruz
Central beach with a pleasant seafront promenade, set in a small valley visited mainly by young people. Several restaurants with dishes for all tastes and different prices. Perfect for those who like to have fun at night.
Praia de Santa Rita - Norte
- beach
Praia de Santa Rita
2560, Maceira
Beach located in a small valley, with an extensive beach. Sought after by surfers, this space also allows the practice of paragliding and kite flying for the youngest, from the great cliffs. In the area there are several restaurants/bars with pleasant terraces.
Praia do Mirante
- beach
Avenida do Atlântico, 14
2560, A dos Cunhados
Very beautiful beach located between the cliffs, visited mainly by surfers and lovers of extreme sports. There is a typical restaurant with good cuisine.
Parque do Choupal
- country
- leisure
EN8
2560, Torres Vedras
Park with century-old trees, plane trees and swings. Inside, there is a bandstand and a kennel. Nice place for picnics or just for a walk.
Orla Costeira de Santa Cruz
- heritage
Praia do Penedo do Guincho
2560, Santa Cruz
Oceanfront space with a fabulous view. You can chose for a walk or simply sit on one of the benches that provide shade or sun, as you wish at the time.