Oliveira de Frades

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Oliveira de Frades is one of the municipalities part of the Lafões sub-region, together with Vouzela and São Pedro do Sul, being geographically delimited by the Caramulo, Talhadas, Ladário and Gralheiro mountains, and the Vouga and Alfusqueiro rivers. The municipality's landscapes alternate between the various shades of green of the mountains and natural viewpoints and the valleys carved by the waters of rivers and streams, between rustic granite villages where time doesn't go by. Thanks to the persistence of the artisans, it is still possible to admire works of tinwork, stonework, sieves, and other manual labor artifacts that have fallen into disuse. The gastronomy still keeps the region's tradition alive, in dishes such as “Vitela à Lafões”, cabidela rice, "rojões" or sausages.

What to do in Oliveira de Frades

Serra do Ladário

Oliveira de Frades

This small mountain range allows you to see Serra do Caramulo, Serra de Montemuro and the entire surrounding region from the top. On clear days you can see the sea and the Aveiro estuary. On this site, there is also a geodesic landmark and a lookout post.

Museu das Técnicas Rurais - Museu Municipal de Oliveira de Frades

Oliveira de Frades

This museum is located in a building from the 40s of the 20th century, in the historic center of the town. On display are archeology collections with Roman coins, Castro and Roman ceramics, milestones, among others. There is also an ethnological exhibition, presenting the linen cycle, some agricultural activities and ancient construction techniques.

Praia Fluvial de Destriz

Oliveira de Frades

This small river beach with calm, clear waters is located on one of the banks of the Alfosqueiro River. It also offers a grassy space, tables and benches and lots of trees.

Praia Fluvial de Sejães

Oliveira de Frades

This medium-sized river beach, located on the Vouga River, has two dams, two small waterfalls and a magnificent forest and mountainous landscape.

Barragem das Cainhas

Oliveira de Frades

This small dam is located on the edge of the municipality of Oliveira de Frades.

Parque Fluvial do Vouga

Oliveira de Frades

In this space, on the bank of the Vouga River, two water mills and two dams stand out. It has tables, benches and a barbecue.

Estrada Romana em Cajadães

Oliveira de Frades

This Roman road, located in the village of Postasneiros, is in good condition.

Miradouro do Castêlo

Oliveira de Frades

This small viewpoint offers a magnificent view over the entire region. On clear days, you can see the sea and the Aveiro estuary.

Miradouro do Monte de Santa Bárbara

Oliveira de Frades

This viewpoint, located on Santa Bárbara Hill, allows you to observe the landscape of the entire surrounding region, namely the village of Oliveira de Frades, the village of Souto de Lafões and some villages spread across the mountainside that already …

Anta de Antelas

Oliveira de Frades

This dolmen is a megalith with a burial chamber of medium dimensions, a short corridor, different in plan and elevation, and a surrounding mound. It stands out for being one of the few dolmens with inscriptions and paintings on the …

Parque Florestal da Gândara

Oliveira de Frades

This park, considered one of the largest forest reserves in the country, offers, in addition to the vast trees, a picnic area with stone tables and benches. A perfect place to cool off in the summer or spend a beautiful …

Anta da Arca / Anta do Espírito Santo de Arca / Pedra dos Mouros

Oliveira de Frades

This dolmen consists of an irregular polygonal chamber with seven pillars, three of them intact. There are no longer any traces of the corridor, nor of the mamoa, but the covering slab is still preserved. It stands out for being …

Praia Fluvial Teixeira

Oliveira de Frades

River beach with semi-grassy banks and a bed of pebbles.

Miradouro do Monte de Cadafaz

Oliveira de Frades

This viewpoint is located at the top of Monte de Cadafaz, and to get there you have to climb a granite staircase. At the top, there is a small sanctuary with an image of Our Lady of Sorrow and in …

Barragem de Pereiras

Oliveira de Frades

This is a small dam located near a wooded area.

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Where to eat in Oliveira de Frades

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Where to sleep in Oliveira de Frades

Casa D'Aldeia
Casa D'Aldeia

This space for rural tourism, located in the village of Souto de Lafões, provides a rustic environment and friendly. It offers a swimming pool, a tennis court …

Quinta das Delícias
Quinta das Delícias

Located between Viseu and Aveiro, near the serra do Caramulo, Quinta das Delights is the perfect haven between mountains and the sea. The personalised service …

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