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Estação Arqueológica do Prazo
- heritage
Freixo de Numão
5155, Cedovim
Archaeological ruins that comprise a complex array of structures reveal a multitude of occupations from the Neolithic period to the Middle Ages. Well-preserved remains of an early Christian temple, tombs containing bones from different eras, a large anthropomorphic stele, and an imposing menhir can be observed. The presence of a manor house and bathing area testifies to the importance of this Roman manor house.
Museu da Casa Grande
- heritage
Rua Direita
5155-246, Freixo de Numão
The Casa Grande museum displays collections of archaeology (from the Paleolithic to the Modern Age, with special emphasis on the Roman period), regional ethnography (agricultural tools and implements directly related to farming and objects related to breadmaking, shepherding, wine production, olive oil and almonds) and local history, through the collection of materials and documentation related to the history of the former municipal seat. It also has a section of the Casa do Moutinho.
Museu de Sítio de Ervamoira
- heritage
Quinta de Ervamoira Ramos Pinto
5150, Vila Nova de Foz Côa
The Ervamoira Site Museum, inaugurated in 1997, is located on the Ervamoira Estate, in the heart of the Côa Valley Archaeological Park. A visit to the Ervamoira Museum will introduce you to the various areas linked to the history of the site and the Douro wine industry: Natural Heritage, Roman and Medieval Archaeological Heritage, Ethnographic Heritage, the history of Casa Ramos Pinto, the Estates and the Viticulture of the Upper Douro. Visits to the Farm and the Ervamoira Museum are organized by appointment and conducted by a guide.
Parque Arqueológico do Vale do Côa
- art
Avenida Gago Coutinho e Sacadura Cabral, 19
5150-610, Vila Nova de Foz Côa
This is the largest open-air Paleolithic museum, where you can see a variety of rock engravings. The most important rock art sites are Canada do Inferno, Ribeira de Piscos, Penascosa, Quinta da Barca, Fariseu and Faia. It is listed as a National Monument and a World Heritage Site.
Museu do Côa
- heritage
Rua do Museu
5150-620, Vila Nova de Foz Côa
The Côa Museum is a cultural space designed to promote the historical and cultural heritage of the Côa Valley Archaeological Park. The building interacts strongly with the landscape, developing across four floors that include an auditorium, educational services, administrative area, shop, and exhibition rooms.
Casa de Almendra / Solar dos Viscondes do Banho
- heritage
Largo da Amoreira - EN332
5150-014, Vila Nova de Foz Côa
Built in the 18th century, this house is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque civil architecture. Constructed of granite, it features Rococo decoration concentrated in the windows and main door. This construction demonstrates elements of Douro Baroque architecture, influenced by Nicolau Nasoni. In the early 19th century, Napoleonic troops were stationed here, later setting fire to the building in 1810 before withdrawing. From 1895 onwards, it underwent partial reconstruction, initiated by the 3rd Viscount of Banho.
Miradouro de Santa Bárbara
- country
- leisure
Mós
5155, Cedovim
From this location you will have privileged views over the Douro River, as well as the surrounding mountains. A breathtaking landscape that makes the journey worthwhile.
Parque de Santo António
- country
- leisure
Avenida da Misericórdia (IP 2)
5150-592, Vila Nova de Foz Côa
A large, pleasant, and verdant modern park with a large fountain and a children's playground. With a calm and relaxing atmosphere, it's ideal for a stroll!
Castelo de Numão
- heritage
Rua Direita
5155-617, Numão
This castle possessed one of the best defensive border walls. Currently, only a few gates, sections of the wall, and towers crowning the hilltop remain. Several anthropomorphic tombs are also preserved near the east gate. Its layout had an irregular configuration, almost without battlements, and with three gates (the West Gate, the Arch Gate, and St. Peter's Gate), a keep, and four more towers.
Castelo de Castelo Melhor
- heritage
Rua do Castelo, 15
5150-109, Castelo Melhor
Possibly built upon a Lusitanian hill fort, this castle sits on a hill. It retains some sections of the wall, gates, a small tower, and a cistern with a regular plan. It is possible to observe the perimeter of the wall that surrounded the inner courtyards and the Keep. From a distance, it resembles a king's crown planted on a mound of earth.