Torres Novas

Torres Novas belongs to the district of Santarém, in the Ribatejo region. Historically, it is known that the Romans settled these lands, as Roman ruins of a manor house (Vila Cardílio) have been discovered. Torres Novas Castle served as a stronghold for Portuguese forces and is the city's landmark. The castle grounds are transformed into a garden and are a pleasant leisure spot. In terms of crafts, Torres Novas stands out for its ceramics, woodwork, embroidery, and lace. As for gastronomy, the best-known delicacies are migas à pescador (fisherman's migas), eels from Boquilobo (Boquilobo eels), and fataça na telha (a dish made with fat).

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Castelo de Torres Novas

Torres Novas

The castle was built during the reign of Dom Sancho I, on the ruins of an older fortification. During Dom Fernando's reign, it underwent restoration work and, in 1755, suffered extensive damage in an earthquake. Later, French invaders left the castle in a state of great degradation, which led to its complete abandonment. Today, it preserves some 14th-century towers, including …

Grutas de Lapas

Torres Novas

This is a set of artificial caves, initially opened for stone mining. Archaeological objects have been found here that may date back to the Neolithic period and into Roman times.

Museu Municipal Carlos Reis

Torres Novas

El Museo Municipal Carlos Reis, ubicado en una antigua mansión, exhibe obras de arte sacro, arqueología y pinturas de Carlos Reis. La mayoría de las piezas son donaciones de instituciones o particulares, así como de depósitos de arte. También exhibe objetos procedentes de las ruinas romanas de Vila Cardílio, habitadas entre los siglos I y IV.

Jardim Municipal de Torres Novas

Torres Novas

A garden bordered by the Almonda River and topped by Torres Novas Castle. The garden boasts a diverse array of floral species, along with a component of community, leisure, and recreation areas.

Ruínas Romanas de Vila Cardílio

Torres Novas

Among the remains of this Roman villa, a mosaic featuring the effigies and names of two of its owners, Cardílio and Avita, stands out. Its occupation is believed to have been between the 1st and 4th centuries AD.

Gruta do Almonda

Torres Novas

A set of underground galleries, some fossil-bearing and others still active, stretching for about eight kilometers, with traces of successive occupations from the Paleolithic to the Roman period. The exploration begins through narrow galleries and small rooms. Amidst winding, narrow …

Jardim das Rosas

Torres Novas

A very pleasant, spacious space with grassy and wooded areas, a playground, and a small lake.

Miradouro da Via Panorâmica

Torres Novas

From this point you can get a beautiful panoramic view of the entire region.

Painel de Azulejos Alusivo a Gil Pais

Torres Novas

Large tile panel located in the main square of Torres Novas. Painted in 1938 by artist Jorge Colaço.

Casa Memorial Humberto Delgado

Torres Novas

This 19th-century house features a main facade with two French doors and a window. This facade opens onto the large kitchen with a fireplace, also accessible through a side door, and a living room that connects to two bedrooms at …

Igreja da Misericórdia de Torres Novas

Torres Novas

Of the original temple, which underwent modifications in the 17th and 18th centuries, only a Manueline door and a transept remain. The side portico, dating from 1670, is flanked by four Ionic columns. Worthy of note are the tilework, carvings, …

Edifício do Mercado Coberto / Mercado do Peixe

Torres Novas

Built on the site of the former manor house of the Dukes of Aveiro, it was inaugurated on August 1, 1884. It features three staggered sections separated by supporting elements.

Lapas

Torres Novas

This village owes its name to the existence of large Neolithic caves in the region, linked to various local legends. Here you can visit the main church, rebuilt in the 16th century, with a tomb, patterned tiles lining the entire …

Nora do Largo do Lamego

Torres Novas

The Nora do Largo do Lamego is a device consisting of a wheel with small reservoirs, formerly used to draw water from wells or cisterns.

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Where to eat in Torres Novas

Papa-Figos
Portuguese
20.00 €

Apesar de recente, o restaurante Papa-Figos, em Torres Novas já se assume como paragem obrigatória …

Solar da Valada
Portuguese
12.00 €

Very cosy and rustic restaurant, housed in a beautiful farm. Consists of two rooms, one on each flo…

Retiro da Fataça
Portuguese
9.00 €

Large restaurant, rustic and welcoming, serving dishes from traditional Portuguese regional cuisine…

Mestre Petisqueiro
Portuguese
12.50 €

Typical restaurant serving traditional Portuguese cuisine dishes, highlighting the regional dessert…

Burger Ranch
Fast food
5.00 €

Fast food restaurant located in the TorreShopping shopping centre. Her speciality are the burgers a…

Casa das Enguias
Portuguese
15.00 €

Nice restaurant, located in a typical House, serving dishes from traditional Portuguese regional cu…

Di Napoli
Italian
4.00 €

Familiar and cosy restaurant serving Italian and international dishes, with an emphasis on their pi…

Ritonicho
Portuguese
7.00 €

Large space divided into café, restaurant and banqueting hall. Proposes a menu full of dishes from …

O Lagareiro
Portuguese
10.00 €

Rustic and cosy restaurant serving regional cuisine and traditional delicacies.

Sopas & Saladas
Portuguese
10.00 €

Healthy food restaurant working in self-service system. In addition to the healthier dishes, serves…

Where to sleep in Torres Novas

Casa dos Arrábidos

Former convent of Franciscan friars Arrábidos, dating from the 16th century. The property consists of the former convent, orchards, a vegetable garden, a chape…

Hotel dos Cavaleiros

3 star

Hotel well located, friendly and with 60 comfortable rooms, including three suites. Also offers a swimming pool, a gym, a restaurant and a cinema\/Auditorium.