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Anta dos Currais do Galhordas

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Castelo de Vide
7320, São João Baptista

Castelo de Vide

A dolmen without a corridor, with an irregular polygonal chamber. Only three of the seven supports supporting the roof slab remain.

Anta do Sobral

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EN246
7320, São João Baptista

Castelo de Vide

The dolmen consists of five or six pillars, with a rather irregular pyramidal-conical shape. A fallen granite slab appears to be the original cap. This megalithic tomb is commonly known as "Sobral."

Núcleo Intra-muros da Praça de Castelo de Vide

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Castelo de Vide
7320, Castelo de Vide

Castelo de Vide

Nucleus that includes the Castle and fortifications, the Fonte da Vila, Church of Santiago, Church and Old Hospital of Misericórdia, Casa Magessi, Pillory and House on Rua Nova.

Anta de Melriça / Anta de Melriço

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Tapada da Anta
7320, Santiago Maior

Castelo de Vide

A dolmen composed of four regular rectangular granite pillars topped by a large triangular cap. Remains of the original mound are visible. Note that this monument is located on private property, so it is advisable to request a visit in advance.

Castelo de Castelo de Vide

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Rua Direita do Castelo
7320-151, Castelo de Vide

Castelo de Vide

The medieval fortress, comprising the castle and the urban enclosure, was built during the reign of King Dinis and completed during the reign of Alfonso IV in 1327. In the 17th century, expansion work was carried out on the fortification surrounding the town up to the current garden boundary. The São Lourenço Fort was built in the 18th century, when the bastioned fortification was extended with the Loureiros Wall. The fortress was remarkably large, surrounding almost the entire town. Located on one of the highest hills in the Serra de São Mamede, it served as a watchtower on one of …

Parque João José da Luz

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Largo de Gonçalo Eanes
7320, Castelo de Vide

Castelo de Vide

A park with abundant vegetation, a bandstand, and an ice cream stand. Inside, a small waterfall built of Escusa stone and adorned with a copy of the Brussels "Manneken Pis" statuette stands out. The garden also has a children's playground.

Gruta da Furninha

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Estrada Marginal Sul, 184
2520-557, Peniche

Peniche

Also known as Cova Dominique, it is located on a cliff between Cabo Carvoeiro and Peniche Fort. It is a natural cavity located approximately 15 meters above sea level. It was occupied during the Middle Paleolithic and late Chalcolithic periods, making it the most important prehistoric site in the municipality. It served as both a shelter and a necropolis, providing a vast archaeological collection, which can be seen in several museums, including the Peniche Municipal Museum.

Museu da Renda de Bilros de Peniche

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Rua Nossa Senhora da Conceição, 1
2520-294, Peniche

Peniche

Bobbin lace is considered the hallmark of Peniche's craftsmanship, so this museum focuses on the study, conservation, appreciation, and dissemination of this important cultural heritage, both tangible and intangible. It hosts permanent and temporary exhibitions showcasing the various aspects of this art, and also features a training room and documentation center.

Miradouro do Cabo Carvoeiro

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Peniche
2520, Peniche

Peniche

A lookout point at Cabo Carvoeiro, known as the westernmost point in Europe. From here, you can enjoy a privileged view of the Berlengas Islands and visit the 25-meter-high lighthouse, considered the oldest in Portugal. You can also observe several species of seabirds, as well as the limestone cliffs.

Muralhas e Portas da Cidade de Peniche

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Avenida Monsenhor Manuel Bastos
2520, Peniche

Peniche

Peniche is partially surrounded by 16th-century walls, which enclose the whitewashed houses divided by narrow streets. The walls have defended the city since that time, along with the Fort of Consolação and the Fort of São João Baptista das Berlengas. However, during the Peninsular War, it proved weak, succumbing to the Napoleonic invasions of 1807.

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