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Núcleo de Marcos Miliários de Antas
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Antas
4940-682, Rubiães
This is just one of the 14 milestone markers that exist in the municipality of Paredes de Coura. They are located on the road that led to Braga, then called Bracara Augusta. Only 5 of the markers show the number of miles, because, while initially used to measure distances, they later served to record the honorary titles of various emperors, their affiliations, and public offices, thus explaining the appearance of several milestones in the same location.
Igreja Românica de Rubiães
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EN201
4940-686, Rubiães
The most notable feature of the original Romanesque church is the portico with three archivolts, whose arches rest on columns with capitals ornamented with zoomorphic motifs. The central columns are formed by well-sculpted human figures.
Paisagem Protegida do Corno do Bico
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Corno do Bico
4940, Favais - Moselos
This is a small natural sanctuary in the municipality. A space of rare beauty that has undergone some renovation work, without, however, endangering the species that live here. And there are many, both animals and plants. Wolves, roe deer, golden eagles, otters, etc. still inhabit this area.
Eira Comunitária e Moinhos de Porreiras
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Porreiras
4940, Porreiras
A group of eight granaries has become a true postcard image for visitors to Paredes de Coura. Anyone passing by can't help but take a picture of this threshing floor, so perfectly integrated into the greenery and rural architecture of the region. It is located seven kilometers from Paredes de Coura.
Museu Regional de Paredes de Coura
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Rua 25 de Abril, 3
4940-526, Paredes de Coura
Located in the 18th-century Casa da Veiga, this space aims to promote the study, preservation, and dissemination of the municipality's cultural heritage, especially its artistic, archaeological, and ethnographic heritage.
Honra de Barbosa
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Rua de Honra de Barbosa
4560, Rans
This is a medieval complex comprising a manor house, tower, residence, pillory, gallows, barracks/prison, fountains, and chapel. This architectural ensemble constitutes an important testament to the genesis and evolution of the manor house in Portugal from the 12th century onwards.
Jardim do Sameiro
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- leisure
Parque do Sameiro
4560, Penafiel
Large park with a magnificent view of the city and the Sousa Valley. Here you can stroll among enormous trees and relax on one of the park benches. Highlights include the fountains, bandstand, wayside cross, and shrine to Our Lady of Piety.
Picadeiro da Casa de Gatão
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São Martinho de Recezinhos
4560, Recezinhos (São Martinho)
The riding arena is in good condition, with support structures and lessons taught by a certified instructor. The space hosts various equestrian events. It also offers multi-sport activities, dinners, social gatherings, holiday camps, paintball, and extreme and leisure sports.
Percurso Pedonal das Varandas de Ferro
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Centro pedonal de Penafiel
4560, Penafiel
A route along the aforementioned streets, where on the right-hand side you can see well-preserved houses, notable for their iron balconies.
Quintandona
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Quintandona
4560, Penafiel
Near Porto, in the municipality of Penafiel, this village is impeccably preserved and maintains a strong cultural and recreational component. It also offers recently renovated rural tourism accommodations, which have managed to preserve the rustic style that characterizes the houses of Quintandona, built with granite, schist and slate.