Loures

Located on the right bank of the Tagus River, the municipality of Loures is part of the Lisbon Metropolitan Area. Different ways of life and landscapes coexist in the territory, in a harmonious association between the rural environment and the urban environment. The Palaeolithic site at Casal do Monte, where numerous archaeological pieces were found, is, together with the dolmen of Casaínhos, one of the most significant elements of the county's occupation. Known for its wine production, Loures annually hosts an ethnographic parade, in which the visitor can learn about the various stages of the famous white wine from Bucelas, which goes perfectly with the snails served at the Festival do Caracol Saloio.

What to do in Loures

Museu de Cerâmica de Sacavém

Loures

Installed in the old Loiça de Sacavém factory, this space has two temporary exhibition rooms. Here you can enjoy exhibitions on ceramic work and production, highlighting the existence of a kiln built in the 19th century, in addition to the materials and techniques used in manufacturing. It also has a documentation center on Industrial History, with emphasis on the Loiça …

Castelo de Pirescoxe

Loures

Built in 1442, this castle belonged to the Castelo Branco family until the 18th century. It was restored, currently hosting a municipal gallery. From the original construction, there are still the medieval battlemented towers of the old fortified house.

Palácio da Mitra

Loures

Former residence of archbishops, Palácio da Mitra or Palácio dos Arcebispos is a 16th-century building in the shape of a "u", which features typical Portuguese tiles in the rooms, also characterized by the thematic decoration of the time (representations of rural scenes, seasons or cooking). The church was completely rebuilt in the 16th century. The statues that decorate the interior …

Museu do Vinho e da Vinha de Bucelas

Loures

The Wine and Vine Museum of Bucelas is part of the Municipal Museum of Loures, and its construction intends to continue the study of the wine-growing activity of this region decree demarcated, on March 3, 1911, focusing on the promotion of the territory and the dissemination of the Capital of Arinto and local history, with special emphasis on the uses …

Parque da Cidade de Loures

Loures

Also known as Parque Adão Barata, it is a large and pleasant space, which includes a vast grassy area, some shaded areas, a picnic area, two playgrounds and even a sports center and a geriatric park.

Palácio e Quinta do Correio-Mor

Loures

The name comes from the fact that the farm belonged to Luís Gomes Mata, "Correio-Mor" (chief of the post delivery) at the time of Filipe II. Built in the 18th century, the palace might have been designed by the Italian …

Museu Municipal de Loures

Loures

Installed in the building that was, from the 16th century until 1834, the 13th Convent of the Order of Arrábidos, it opened its doors to the public as a museum in 1998 and presents several exhibitions related to the municipality …

Foz do Trancão

Loures

The Trancão River, formerly known as the Sacavém River, runs for about thirty kilometers, starting in the parish of Milharado, in Mafra and flowing into the sea in Sacavém. Since 1999, it has had a WWTP in Frielas, with the …

Convento de Nossa Senhora dos Mártires da Conceição

Loures

Built in the 16th century to replace the oratory dedicated to Nossa Senhora dos Mártires, the convent housed the nuns of Santa Clara until 1877, after which it was handed over to the Ministry of War. It has a cloister …

Cruzeiro de Loures

Loures

Located in front of the Mother Church of Loures, this crossing consists of a platform with three steps and an octagonal base with moldings. The shaft is also octagonal, topped by a capital decorated with plant motifs. The finish is …

Parque Aventura Sniper

Loures

Paintball field in a forested area with several structures that allow for a multitude of game options. It has more activities, such as slides, abseiling, climbing and orienteering routes.

Parque Urbano de Santa Iria de Azóia

Loures

This urban park is of particular relevance in the municipality, with vast grassy areas and some forested areas, with a climbing wall, slide, minigolf course and half-pipes, picnic area, athletics track, maintenance circuit, cycle path, mountain biking area , flight …

Quinta da Granja - Quinta Pedagógica

Loures

Situada nas proximidades de Lisboa, esta quinta pedagógica proporciona inúmeras atividades lúdicas, sempre em contato com a natureza. Aqui é possível conviver com animais, confecionar pão, passear de carroça, entre muitas outras atividades ao ar livre, atividades estas direcionadas apenas …

Igreja de Santa Maria / Igreja Matriz de Loures

Loures

Church with three naves, divided by arches supported by Tuscan columns with decorative paintings from the 17th century. On the ceiling of the central nave there is a painting, from the same century, of the patron saint. The vaulted chancel …

Galeria Municipal Vieira da Silva

Loures

Installed in the Macau Pavilion, in Parque Adão Barata, this gallery was built with the aim of bringing the population closer to the arts, therefore offering permanent exhibitions of artists recognized in the national and international scene.

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Where to eat in Loures

Solar dos Pintor
Mediterranean, Portuguese
15.00 €

An average sized restaurant, with a welcoming dining room, that serves fine Portuguese dishes, name…

Chão do Prado
Portuguese
17.50 €

Cosy restaurant, in full contact with nature, offering panoramic views of the vineyards and mountai…

Retiro do Raposo
Portuguese
18.00 €

A restaurant located in a rustic house that is over 100 years old, in a peaceful place, with a kind…

Pôr do Sol
Fast food

Restaurant located on Highway, running in self-service scheme during the 12:0 am.

Where to sleep in Loures

VIP Executive Santa Iria

4 star

Luxurious and well equipped, located in the metropolitan area of Lisbon, more properly in Loures. Is especially geared towards the business class, organizing m…

Holiday Inn Express Lisboa Aeroporto

3 star

Hotel inaugurated in 2009, with a luxury location: Lisbon International Airport, the Park Expo and the international fair of Lisbon. Designed especially for bu…

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