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Miradouro do Fragão do Corvo
- country
- leisure
EN232
6260, Manteigas
Located in Penhas Douradas, this lookout offers breathtaking views. From here, you can see the village of Manteigas, the magnificent Zêzere Glacier Valley, and the majestic Fraga da Cruz.
Centro de Interpretação da Torre - Geopark Estrela
- heritage
Torre da Serra da Estrela
6270-423, Seia
Its goal is to recognize and value the natural and cultural heritage of this region, as well as to protect its identity. Here you'll find a permanent exhibition that will allow you to explore Serra da Estrela and its countless potential, linked to its heritage, fauna, and flora.
Skiparque
- leisure
Largo Relva da Reboleira Sameiro
6260-311, Manteigas
Year-round snow slope, where you can take ski and snowboard lessons. Even if the mountains don't have snow, there always is here, allowing you to practice snow sports twelve months a year. There's also a ski school and accommodations.
Barragem de Vascoveiro
- beach
- country
Vascoveiro
6400, Pinhel
Completed in 2000, this dam is located in the Douro River Basin, with the Pega River as its water source, primarily used for water supply. Given the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape and the potential of this dam, it frequently hosts sport fishing competitions and other water sports.
Convento de Santo António / Convento dos Frades
- heritage
Rua Josefete de Figueiredo
6400-400, Pinhel
An imposing religious monument belonging to the male convent of the Order of Saint Francis (Via dos Capuchos). It consists of a nave, chancel, and bell tower. The interior preserves an important collection of sacred artifacts: three corbels depicting the crucified Christ flanked by Our Lady and Saint John the Evangelist, the gilded and polychrome altarpieces, the side chapels, and the inner chapel.
Cidadelhe
- country
- heritage
Cidadelhe
6400, Pinhel
This village, located in the far north of the municipality, between the Massueime Stream and the Coa River, preserves archaeological remains (integrated into the Coa Valley Archaeological Park), architectural heritage, and natural features. Once fortified, this settlement retains surface features that indicate Roman inhabitation. The settlement's longevity is evident in the homogeneity of its architecture and the materials used. Highlights include the chapel of St. Sebastian, the main church, and several private residences.
Torre do Relógio de Pinhel
- heritage
Rua Torre do Relógio - Bairro do Castelo
6400-459, Pinhel
A quadrangular clock tower with four two-story facades. Access to the clock on the facade and the bells is via a staircase.
Igreja de Santa Maria do Castelo
- heritage
Largo de Santa Maria, 14
6400-410, Pinhel
This religious monument consists of a three-bay nave, a chancel, side chapels, a sacristy, and a bell tower. The main façade consists of a rounded portal and a circular oculus, flanked by a bell tower, the upper one having a double bell tower. This façade features a window overlooking the Stations of the Cross. The interior features the baptistery, which houses the baptismal font, the Mannerist niche, the painted panels of the chancel and altarpiece, and the Christ the Redeemer statue on the tabernacle door.
Cineteatro São Luís
- art
Rua Antonio Jose de Almeida, 27
6400-455, Pinhel
A place with excellent conditions for cultural activities such as cinema, theater or exhibitions.
Biblioteca Municipal de Pinhel / Biblioteca Municipal Luís Augusto das Neves
- heritage
Rua Tenente Valadim, 3
6400-460, Pinhel
A space dedicated to information, culture, and leisure, with areas designed for the general public: children's sections, youth sections, audiovisual sections, and adult sections. There is also a newspaper section and a collection of antique documents.