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Igreja de São Vicente
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Adro de São Vicente
2200-231, Abrantes
The original temple was founded in 1148 by King Afonso Henriques and destroyed in 1179. It was rebuilt in the 12th century and subsequently underwent several renovations. It has three naves with six bays and Doric columns. Of particular note are the 16th-century chapels and the 17th-century tiles. The façade features a Mannerist portico that is quite rich in decoration.
Biblioteca Municipal António Botto
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Jardim da República - Convento de São Domingos
2200-343, Abrantes
The space comprises two reading rooms, a multipurpose room, an information technology center, a reprographics room, and an exhibition room.
Igreja de São João Baptista
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Adro de São João
2200-365, Abrantes
This church, founded by Queen Saint Isabel in 1300, was later rebuilt by Philip II between 1589 and 1633. Of particular note are the Renaissance stone coffers in the chancel, the 16th-century tiles, the stonework of the side altars, the pulpits, and the wood carvings.
Torre de Menagem do Castelo de Abrantes
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Rua Dom Francisco de Almeida
2200, Abrantes
Be sure to visit this Keep, one of the few remaining vestiges of the old Abrantes Castle, dating from the 12th century. The Keep was built later, at the beginning of the 14th century, during the reign of King Dinis. The tower has a quadrangular plan and is located in the center of the parade ground.
Memorial A Forja
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Rua do Museu A Forja
2205, Abrantes
This is a small open-air museum, inaugurated in 1980 and erected in homage to all who contributed to the birth of Metalúrgica Duarte Ferreira. It includes a reconstruction of the workshop, some wrought iron tools, and the evolution of the forge, from its beginning until the 1980s.
Conjunto Urbano do Centro Histórico de Abrantes
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Abrantes
2200, Abrantes
The historic center of Abrantes is characterized by houses with facades decorated with geraniums or hollyhocks. Notable landmarks include the churches of São João, São Vicente, and Santa Maria do Castelo, classified as national monuments, as well as the Misericórdia church, the portal of the Convent of Nossa Senhora da Esperança, the António Botto library, the Town Hall building, and Casa Almada, classified as properties of public interest.
Fortaleza de Abrantes / Castelo de Abrantes
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Rua Dom Francisco de Almeida
2200-242, Abrantes
A castle situated on the right bank of the Tagus River, composed of medieval fortifications and bastions. This castle underwent profound reconstructions and changes throughout the centuries, notably in the 17th and 19th centuries. In the 17th century, King Afonso V, fearing an invasion from Spain, ordered the rebuilding of old fortifications. This fortress was considered the key to the defense of the Beiras region and played an important role during the French invasions. It retains the keep and some sections of the wall with round turrets. The vaulted spaces with tiles are particularly noteworthy. The Church of Santa Maria …
Igreja de Santa Maria do Castelo
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Rua Dom Francisco de Almeida
2200-242, Abrantes
Commissioned by King Afonso II in 1215, this church was destroyed by an earthquake in 1429 and rebuilt from 1433 onwards. In the last quarter of the 15th century, the tombs of Don Diogo and Don Lopo were built here. Of particular note are the Gothic triumphal arch, the 16th-century tombs, the Mudéjar tile panels, and part of the original altarpiece. In 1921, the Abrantes Regional Museum was established here.
Museu Nacional Ferroviário - Núcleo de Macinhata do Vouga
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Rua Eugénio Gomes Quaresma
3750-593, Macinhata do Vouga
The Museum Centre is located at the second station on the Sernada to Aveiro branch line (in the Vouga Valley), occupying some old, adapted facilities. Here you can appreciate the collection of the National and Vouga Valley railway companies.
Ponte do Vouga
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3750-110, Águeda
Also known as the Old Marnel Bridge, this bridge consists of a counter-curved deck supported by five arches.