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Dom Júlio

  • food & drink

EN13
4920-140, Vila Meã

Vila Nova de Cerveira

A restaurant that belongs to the Hotel Turismo do Minho resort and is quite well known for its local cuisine. On Saturday nights there are dancing dinners and "arraias minhotos" (popular parties of the Minho region) in the gardens.

Miradouro do Cervo

  • country
  • leisure

Rua Nova
4920, Vila Nova de Cerveira

Vila Nova de Cerveira

This is the best-known viewpoint in Vila Nova de Cerveira, located next to the Cervo sculpture, a popular iron work by sculptor José Rodrigues. Located on a hill called Alto do Crasto, it pays homage to the symbol of the village where, in the past, deer abounded. Despite being located at just 300 meters above sea level, it is amazing with its extremely beautiful and imposing views. From here you can see a large part of the Minho River, from its passage through Valença to its mouth, in Caminha. On the other side, you can see the municipality of Tominho, …

Praia Fluvial de Mota

  • beach

Praia Fluvial de Mota
4920, Mota

Vila Nova de Cerveira

Small river beach located in a corner of the Minho River, in the parish of Gondarém, with white sand and easy parking. It has no infrastructure but, on the other hand, it offers magnificent views over the Minho River and Spain. It invites you to moments of tranquility and sunbathing on the sand, at the same time as it offers a fantastic landscaped environment, where typical riparian forest vegetation extends to the riverbank.

Praia Fluvial da Lenta

  • beach

Praia Fluvial da Lenta
4920, Lovelhe

Vila Nova de Cerveira

The Lenta river beach has a small sandy area, contrasting with the large surrounding leisure space. This verdant area, measuring around 30,000 square meters, has beautiful riparian forests that extend to the banks of the river. Located in the Parish of Lovelhe, next to INATEL, it has good access and good support infrastructure, such as a car park, picnic area, a bar and even a lifeguard. On the hottest days, go and sunbathe or take a dip on the banks of the Minho River.

Convento de San Payo

  • art

Candemil
4920-070, Candemil

Vila Nova de Cerveira

The Convent of San Payo was founded by the Franciscan friar, Gonçalo Marinho, in 1932. After several adversities (the extinction of religious orders and a devastating fire), the convent was abandoned and fell into a state of complete degradation, with its assets disappearing, some looted and others transferred to chapels and churches in the municipality. In the 80s of the 20th century, the building was acquired by the sculptor José Rodrigues who, together with the architect Viana de Lima, completely restored it, taking care to preserve part of its original design. Currently, the convent is the sculptor's residence and workshop, …

Núcleo Intra-muros de Vila Nova de Cerveira

  • heritage

Praça (Terreiro) da Liberdade - Recinto do Castelo
4920-278, Vila Nova de Cerveira

Vila Nova de Cerveira

Fortified urban set, from the Medieval and Modern Period, with irregular blocks composed, for the most part, of rectangular buildings, with one or two floors. Currently, the center is used for tourist purposes.

Escultura do Cervo

  • heritage

Rua Nova
4920-086, Rua Nova

Vila Nova de Cerveira

Metallic sculpture of a deer, designed by sculptor José Rodrigues, located at Miradouro da Encarnação, one of the highest points in Vila Nova de Cerveira. The deer is the symbol of the municipality, and this work of art represents one of the region's main tourist attractions.

Igreja Matriz de Vila Nova de Cerveira / Igreja de São Cipriano

  • heritage

Praça da Liberdade, 53
4920-278, Vila Nova de Cerveira

Vila Nova de Cerveira

Also known as the Church of São Cipriano and of 16th century origin, the Main Church of Vila Nova de Cerveira is located on the main street of the town, consisting of three naves, two bell towers, a chancel and a main altarpiece, in the Baroque style, by master Veríssimo Barbosa. Pay attention to the details of the tabernacle, surrounded by angels and flanked by two quadrangular niches with sculptures representing the Adoration of the Magi and the scene of the Last Judgment. Topping this complex is an interesting throne supporting the Holy Eucharist. Also know that the current appearance …

Estação Arquelógica de Lovelhe

  • heritage

Rua Forte de Lovelhe
4920-084, Lovelhe

Vila Nova de Cerveira

Protohistoric fortified settlement, surrounded by a wall built in earth, preceded by a moat, with the defensive system only partially preserved. Inside there are circular and rectangular buildings and an open Roman habitat, called a "villa".

Museu da Bienal de Cerveira

  • heritage

Avenida das Comunidades Portuguesas
4920-275, Vila Nova de Cerveira

Vila Nova de Cerveira

Museum opened in 2005, where most of the great Portuguese artists are represented, and some foreign ones, and where visitors can learn about the evolution of Visual Arts over the last 25 years. Open every Saturday, Sunday and holidays.

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