Torre da Porta Nova
This square tower made with thick granite blocks (reaching two metres) was founded in the XV century by the 8th Count of Barcelos. The finishing is from the Renaissance period with cornice, gutter and merlons.
Contacts
Largo da Porta Nova
4750-329,Barcelos
- tel:253811882253811882
- email: [email protected]
- website: https://www.cm-barcelos.pt/items/torre-medieval-de-barcelos/
- Easy external parking
- Towers
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Characteristics
Monuments near Torre da Porta Nova
Casa de Bessa Meneses
Noble House with stone of pós-joanina weapons. Is the most decorated facade of Barcelos, with shells and Tufts of branches.
