Fábrica de Curtumes da Ramada

With roots in the middle ages, the tanning industry occupied, in other times, a specific zone, located at the gates of the city, called "Ribeira hides". Given the historical significance and heritage of this area and constituting an essential element of this region, was classified as a Building of public interest, in 1977. In this way, the route of Industrial heritage of Vale do Ave highlights the tanning of Ramada factory as a significant example in full operation.

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  • Easy external parking
  • Typical houses & Relevant buildings
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Monuments near Fábrica de Curtumes da Ramada

Cruzeiro do Centro Juvenil de São José


Cruise dated 1775, with three steps on the base, a smooth cylindrical shaft and, at the top, a cross of the order of Christ.

Cruzeiro do Largo de São Francisco


Mannerist cruise composed of a composite column and an image of Christ crucified. It was built in 1593, as can be read in the inscription on the pedestal.

Estátua de Dom Domingos Gonçalves


Bust in bronze, located in the center of a large olive trees and stone garden benches, erected in honour of Domingos Gonçalves.

Estátua do Conde de Arnoso


Statue located in a landscaped square, erected in honor of the count of Arnoso Guimarães.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolação e Santos Passos


Church dating from the 18TH century, designed by the architect André Soares, crowned by two towers built in the mid-nineteenth century. The staircase balustrad…

Igreja de São Francisco


This Gothic church suffered several transformations, particularly on the 18th century. On the main chapel it is possible to stand out the most remarkable Joani…

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