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Igreja Matriz de Vila Nova de Foz Côa / Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Pranto
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Praça do Município, 16
5150-642, Vila Nova de Foz Côa
The church consists of three naves, a chancel, a sacristy, and an archive. The façade features a full-arch portico with Manueline decoration (flanked by two national coats of arms), armillary spheres, a fleur-de-lis, and a cross of Christ. It is topped by a bell tower with three windows and four Renaissance busts. Inside the church, the Baroque altars, the coffered ceiling of the chancel, the statuary, and the inclination of the columns are noteworthy.
Edifício da Pousada de Óbidos
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Calçada da Misericórdia
2510-122, Vila de Óbidos
An 18th-century building with a longitudinal plan, composed of two volumes of two and three stories. In the mid-20th century, a new building was added to serve as a hospital and home for charitable institutions, where they remained until 2000. Currently, it houses the Pousada Castelo de Óbidos.
Chafariz do Poço / Chafariz do Arrabalde / Chafariz de Dona Maria I
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Rua Dom João de Ornelas
2510, Vila de Óbidos
A fountain with a back wall dating from the 18th century, composed of a single curved panel topped by royal arms on the pediment. It was commissioned by Queen Maria I, on the site where the Arabs had a public well.
Miradouro do Castelo
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- leisure
Largo Coronel Freitas Garcia
2510, Óbidos
This spot offers beautiful views over the typical houses of Óbidos, with their characteristic layout. It has a small telescope for detailed observation.
Praia d' El Rei
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Praia d' El Rei - Praia do Belga
2510, Vale Janelas
A long stretch of fine sand beach, located next to a luxury development and surrounded by dunes. It is frequented by surfers and residents of the urbanization.
Praia Rei do Cortiço
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Praia do Rei Cortiço
2510, Óbidos
Beautiful beach surrounded by dunes and interesting rock formations. It has a small bar/restaurant serving typical dishes. Very popular with surfers and bodyboarders.
Praia do Bom Sucesso
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Praia do Bom Sucesso
2510, Bom Sucesso
A beach located between the sea and the Óbidos Lagoon, where the river and sea waters meet. It has a pleasant leisure area, a volleyball court, and a kiosk.
Centro Histórico de Óbidos
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Óbidos
2510, Óbidos
Along its narrow, almost exclusively pedestrian streets, the marks of time are visible, showcasing monuments with Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance characteristics. The typical streets feature whitewashed houses with flowers on their balconies and windows. Passing the Camões Monument, you'll find the pillory, the Church of Santa Maria, the Church of Mercy, and Óbidos Castle.
Praia da Estrela
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Praia da Estrela
2510, Estrela
A secluded beach of great natural beauty, with interesting clay formations and an extensive stretch of fine sand.
Lagoa de Óbidos
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- country
Lagoa de Óbidos
2510, Vau
A lagoon of great scenic beauty, it is on the path to progressive silting. The lagoon is formed by a central area and several arms, such as Barrosa or Bom Sucesso. In the past, the ocean reached the walls of Óbidos.