The Praça-Forte de Almeida, built during the 17th century, is the main ex-libris of the walled town. From an aerial view, it is possible to accurately identify a huge 12-pointed star surrounding its well-preserved walls, a National Monument since 1910. In Praça-Forte, several historical battles took place, given its proximity to the Spanish border, and here takes place recreations that usually attract a lot of public. The largest recreates the famous explosion of 1810, during the French invasions. Take a good look at the Double Doors of Santo António and São Francisco.

Granite bridge, built in the 17th century, by David Álvares, under which the waters of the River Coa go through. The name is due to the place where it flows, near Foz Coa, despite being formed in Foios, in Serra das Mesas and flowing into the Douro River. The bridge has 3 arches and connects the 2 banks of the river.

17th century doors, designed by Jerónimo Velho de Azevedo, of monumental size. Laterally, they are protected by the so-called Casas de Guarda (Guard Houses).

House that belonged to Lord Wellington, who installed his headquarters here in the period of the French Invasions, as we can see by the coat of arms where a plaque was placed suggesting his presence. The house consists of 2 distinct parts: the first is characterized by the porch and the columns that support it; the second, with a single floor, becomes symbolic due to the façade, on which the coat of arms, the plaque and the framed door are located.

A village located on a plateau at 770 meters above sea level, on the right bank of the Coa River, Freineda was very important during the Napoleonic invasions. In fact, the headquarters of Wellington still exists today in the form of a baroque manor house, built in front of the main church. We suggest you to take a look at the fountains and cruises. Crafts are dominated by Arraiolos rugs, while the cuisine is characterized by roast kid and hare rice.

These thermal waters spring at an altitude of 560 meters, about 3.5 kilometers northwest of Almeida. The complex consists of a Balneotherapy treatment area, gyms, sauna, Turkish baths, massage rooms and a medical area. It is aimed at well-being and stress fighting, as well as the treatment of respiratory, skin, rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

Built in the 16th century, the building initially housed the Convento das Freiras Terceiras Regulares de S. Francisco, dedicated to Nossa Senhora do Loreto. Later, in the 18th and 19th centuries, it was a military headquarters and hospital. After the explosion of 1810, it was remodeled and became the village's Mother Church. Inside, the Capela do Menino Jesus stands out, with a portal from 1699. Currently, the temple is dedicated to Nossa Senhora das Candeias.

Close to the Quartel das Esquadras, the Town Hall of Almeida operates in a historic and emblematic building, dating from the 18th century and which previously housed the Former Body of the Main Guard. With a Neoclassical style, it is the last military building built from scratch for military purposes in Almeida. On the main façade, the three arches framed by pilasters stand out, as well as the triangular pediment, which integrates the royal arms. These show the shield surrounded by acanthus and baroque shells, supported by warlike elements.

Simple, well-kept garden, with grassy areas and walking area. It has lighting and benches.

Located close to the Double Doors of Santo António, this building, with Baroque characteristics, impresses with its architecture with a long and narrow rectangular plant, distributed over two floors with transversal, vaulted barracks and a fireplace. The monument was built in the 18th century by the Count of Lippe, a German military and politician who served in the Portuguese Army, and functioned as an Infantry Barracks. Featuring a royal coat of arms on the façade, the Quartel das Esquadras is the final object of a set of infantry barracks with the same typology, usually visible in the Alentejo squares.