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Capela de Nossa Senhora da Ajuda / Morabito do Cercal
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Rua do Alto da Ajuda, 8
2550-228, Cercal
Probably built in the 12th century and adapted into a Catholic cult building in 1602. Currently, it is no longer used for worship, but as a goat pen.
Núcleo Museológico do Moinho das Castanholas
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Rua do Moinho
2550-184, Cadaval
There were previously 36 metal frame mills in the municipality of Cadaval, which reflects the importance of cereal production. This mill is one of the remaining ones, now serving, after being deactivated in 1995 and purchased by the City Council, as cultural and educational equipment, covering the municipality's mills, the work of the millers and the bread cycle in an educational way.
Biblioteca Municipal do Cadaval
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Rua do Moinho
2550-184, Cadaval
Library with a vast documentary collection.
Museu Municipal do Cadaval
- heritage
Rua do Moinho
2550-184, Cadaval
Museum with collections ranging from paleontology, archeology and the history and cultural heritage of Cadaval, such as mills, fountains, churches and chapels.
Pragança
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Pragança
2550, Pragança
Located in the Serra de Montejunto, this town has Neolithic remains until the 12th century, and this permanence is documented with protohistoric, prehistoric and Roman remains. The old houses from the 17th to the 19th century, with exterior staircases and porched balconies, are worth a visit. In Serra de Montejunto, the ruins of a convent and the Chapel of Senhora das Neves stand out.
Serra de Montejunto
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Serra de Montejunto
2550, Lamas
The Serra de Montejunto is fifteen kilometers long and reaches 666 meters at its highest point, from where you can enjoy a vast panorama. The dominant vegetation is holm oak and kermes oak. There is a great abundance of water, coming from the springs that surround it.
Real Fábrica de Gelo de Montejunto
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Montejunto
2550, Montejunto
Set of buildings designed for the production and conservation of ice, including a water harvesting system. It was built to supply the Royal House and the city of Lisbon. Cleaning was carried out in 1988, after around a hundred years of abandonment.
Percurso Pedestre Penha do Meio Dia
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Montejunto
2550, Montejunto
A two-kilometre walking trail, along which you can see a small lagoon, several cliffs that are nesting sites for birds, the surrounding villages and the plain that extends to the sea.
Percurso Pedestre Trilho da Quinta da Serra
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Montejunto
2550, Montejunto
Pedestrian route five kilometers long and lasting around two and a half hours. It is located in the Serra de Montejunto, in the Protected Landscape area and extends to the parish of Lamas. This route is full of extremely beautiful landscapes, including some interesting monuments.
Percurso Pedestre Trilho do Cercal
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EN1-5
2550, Cercal
Pedestrian route measuring approximately twelve kilometers and lasting approximately four hours. It is located in the Serra de Montejunto, at the northern end of the Protected Landscape, and extends through the parish of Cercal. It passes through cultivated fields, vineyards and Rocha pear orchards. In the distance, you can still see the Relvo windmills.