Santa Comba Dão

Located in the central region of the Dão-Lafões sub-region, Santa Comba Dão lies between the Dão and Mondego rivers, halfway between Viseu and Coimbra. One couldn't talk about Santa Comba Dão without mentioning one of Portugal's most important historical figures: António de Oliveira Salazar, born in Vimieiro in 1889. You can visit his birthplace, located on the avenue that bears his name. In terms of cuisine, we highlight a variety of delicious soups, such as "sopa à lavrador" (Lavrador's soup), crushed chestnut soup, "coiratos" soup, broad bean and ham soup, and "sopa de grelos". Also, be sure to try "sarrabulho" (Beira Alta-style sarrabulho) and lamprey mouth-of-the-Dão style soup. Pair with delicious Dão wine.

What to do in Santa Comba Dão

Praia Fluvial da Senhora da Ribeira

Santa Comba Dão

Small, very pleasant river beach with several support facilities.

Miradouro da Rua do Outeirinho

Santa Comba Dão

A viewpoint with fantastic views of the city, with the Dão River as its focal point. Don't forget your camera!

Biblioteca Municipal Alves Mateus

Santa Comba Dão

The muncipal library is currently located on the first floor of the Casa dos Arcos (House of the Arches), the old Horta e Costa family manor. It is famed for its exterior gallery with thre columns that stand on an …

Jardim de Feira Velha

Santa Comba Dão

A space with leafy trees that provide shade and garden benches.

Piscinas Municipais de Santa Comba Dão

Santa Comba Dão

Outdoor pools overlooking lush green fields. Terrace service available.

Mercado Municipal de Santa Comba Dão

Santa Comba Dão

Traditional market where you can find a little bit of everything, with a focus on regional products.

Estádio Municipal Doutor Orlando Mendes

Santa Comba Dão

Grass football field with covered stands.

Núcleo Urbano de Santa Comba Dão

Santa Comba Dão

It encompasses Mouzinho de Albuquerque Street, Santa Columba Street, Avenida da República Street, General Leão Street, João de Deus Street, and the street that runs down to the fire station on Avenida Sá Carneiro. This interesting cluster, comprised of narrow, …

Pelourinho de Santa Comba Dão

Santa Comba Dão

It has a cylindrical shaft, stringed to the ring, with diamond-shaped ornaments at the top. Its crown is composed of two pyramidal trunks topped by an iron armillary sphere. It sits on a platform with three steps.

Casa da Cultura de Santa Comba Dão

Santa Comba Dão

The Casa da Cultura de Santa Comba Dão promotes all types of cultural activities, particularly in the fields of music, theater, cinema, and, in general, all types of performing arts.

Couto do Mosteiro

Santa Comba Dão

A village located about two kilometers from Santa Comba Dão, its natural attractions stand out. Its architectural heritage includes the pillory, sunny houses, a house with porches, and a church built in the 12th century on the site of a …

Percurso pela Ribeira de Santa Comba Dão

Santa Comba Dão

A walkway located along the Santa Comba Dão River, it's a pleasant place for a leisurely stroll. Along the way, you'll spot ducks and colorful flowers.

Igreja da Misericórdia de Santa Comba Dão

Santa Comba Dão

Baroque church with a single nave, high choir, chancel, and sacristy attached to the chancel. The altarpieces are carved, Rococo, and feature wooden imagery.

Casa dos Arcos / Biblioteca Municipal Alves Mateus

Santa Comba Dão

A manor house characterized by its arcaded structure, supporting a first floor with a colonnaded balcony, connected to a unique and monumental chimney. It features an attached chapel with a single nave and a chancel. Notable are the frescoes of …