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Mosteiro do Salvador de Paço de Sousa

  • heritage

Largo do Mosteiro
4560-347, Paço de Sousa

Penafiel

The first references to the monastery date back to 994 in the will of Abbot Randulfo, fleeing a monastery further south during the incursions of Almanzor. Although the original church does not correspond to the current Romanesque temple, its architecture left its mark on the construction that would be erected in the 13th century, thus denoting a transitional style from Romanesque to Gothic. King Henry donated the monastery to the Ribadouro family, from which Egas Moniz came, who, in turn, bequeathed half of his fortune to the monastery to be buried there. The church contains the tomb of Egas Moniz, …

Parque da Cidade de Penafiel

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  • leisure

Marecos
4560, Penafiel

Penafiel

Park located near the Cavalum River. Space dedicated to leisure and environmental and cultural education. It has a playground, picnic area, restrooms, parking and a garden of aromatic plants.

Parque Fluvial de Boelhe

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  • leisure

Boelhe
4575, Entre-os-rios

Penafiel

Located near the Romanesque church of Passinhos, this pleasant spot, full of willow trees, is ideal for picnics and offers conditions for water sports. It has a sports field.

Zona Fluvial de Rio de Moinhos

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Rua de Ribeira
4575, Rio de Moinhos

Penafiel

A leveled area next to the Tâmega River, without any supporting structures, but very pleasant for a stroll. It is a suitable location for recreational fishing.

Museu Municipal de Penafiel

  • heritage

Rua do Paço
4560-485, Penafiel

Penafiel

The museum was created in 1948 on the initiative of Abílio Miranda, its first director. It has diverse archaeological collections constantly enriched with artifacts from excavations in the municipality, which began to be gathered at the end of the 19th century. Visitors can enjoy the five thematic rooms of the permanent exhibition dedicated to Identity, Territory, Archaeology, Crafts, and Land and Water.

Praia de Paredes da Vitória

  • beach

Rua da Praia
2445, Paredes da Vitória

Alcobaça

Located in a valley, this beach features a small stream ideal for children. It's a popular spot, especially for campers. There are a few restaurants and nice terraces here.

Estação Arqueológica de Parreitas

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Bárrio
2460, Cabeça do Louco

Alcobaça

The station is situated in the hills of Bárrio and next to the old Pederneira Lagoon. It bears witness to human occupation spanning from the 1st to the 4th centuries, showing vestiges of tile and brick kilns. The collection from this village can be appreciated at the Bárrio Monographic Museum.

Ermida de Santa Rita / Ermida do Bom Jesus do Calvário

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Rua de Santa Rita
2460-396, Cós

Alcobaça

A 17th-century chapel, with 17th-century architecture. Also known as the Chapel of Bom Jesus do Calvário de Cós, it has a single nave with a barrel-vaulted ceiling, a chancel, and two side floors dedicated to Saint Rita and Our Lady of Piety.

Cineteatro de Alcobaça

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Rua Afonso de Albuquerque
2460-020, Alcobaça

Alcobaça

Conceived by entrepreneur João D’Oliva Monteiro and built by Korrodi architects, the Alcobaça Cinema-Theatre was inaugurated in 1944, and has since been a landmark not only in the cultural field but also in architecture. Currently, it has a main hall with a capacity of 315 people and an auditorium with 64 seats. It is frequently the venue for shows from different cultural areas.

Lagoa de Pataias

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  • country

Pataias
2445-000, Pataias

Alcobaça

Located within the National Ecological Reserve, the Pataias Lagoon is the main wetland in the municipality, and one of the main migratory points for aquatic birds. There, it is possible to observe these species through the observatory, and also discover a variety of fish. On the shore, there is a picnic area where you can enjoy a picnic in contact with nature.

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