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AquaMuseu
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Avenida do Tomino - Parque de Lazer do Castelinho
4920-008, Vila Nova de Cerveira
Museum with the theme of the Minho River, from its source to its mouth. The set of aquariums is arranged in such a way as to allow a journey along the entire river, starting in Lugo, (Spain) and ending at the mouth, in Caminha. Along the route, visitors get to know the most representative species of the river, such as trout, mullet or lamprey. In addition to the approximately four dozen fish in the aquariums, a couple of otters live in the outer space. In addition to tourist purposes, this museum also intends to have a pedagogical and research role.
Castelo de Vila Nova de Cerveira
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Largo de São Sebastião, 1
4920-264, Vila Nova de Cerveira
Located on a hill, this oval castle retains the curtain wall of the bastion of the angel São Miguel. It was built in 1320, by order of King Dinis, to defend the newly created village of Cerveira. Several monuments stand out from the intramural set, namely the pillory, the church and the chapel. The fortifications built in the 17th century were destroyed with urban growth. In the 19th century, the growth of the town sacrificed a large part of the fortification, with the Keep and the north wall disappearing. In the following century, after being classified as a National Monument, …
Forte de Lovelhe / Forte de São Francisco
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Rua Forte de Lovelhe
4920-084, Vale de Flores
Small fort, pentagonal in plan and composed of five irregular bastions. It has no foundations, resting directly on the natural soil. Its construction began in 1642 and 1663, during the Restoration Wars, and was then restored in 1797. In 1809, it was destroyed by General Soult's troops, and is currently in ruins. This fort is located very close to the Lovelhe archaeological site.
Passeio Fluvial no Rio Minho
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Avenida do Tomino
4920, Vila Nova de Cerveira
Vila Nova de Cerveira has a strong connection with the Minho River, through these organized boat trips you can have a different perspective of the town and enjoy the views that the region offers.
Ponte Velha de Pinelo
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EN218-2
5230, Vimioso
Two-section medieval bridge, located over the Maçãs River. The left section is presented on a trestle over three unequal arches, and the right section has a horizontal tray over three equal round arches. Currently, it only has pedestrian circulation.
Torre de Atalaia
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Bairro da Atalaia
5230-301, Vimioso
Military tower located on a rocky outcrop, which was formerly part of the defensive system of Algoso Castle. It has a circular plan measuring around six meters high, surrounded by a moat, probably dating back to Roman times.
Igreja da Misericórdia de Santulhão
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Largo da Misericórdia
5230-202, Vimioso
Church dating from the 17th century, consisting of a longitudinal plan with a nave with an open porch, a chancel, outbuildings and a sacristy. According to the inscription on the portal and bell ring, the church was built in 1623, with the porch only erected in the middle of the 20th century.
Igreja da Misericórdia de Algoso
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Avenida de São Roque
5230-010, Vimioso
Church from the 16th century, with Manueline, Mannerist and Rococo architecture characteristics. It is composed of a rectangular nave, a chancel and a vestry rectangle. In the interior, highlight for the 17th century pulpit and the altarpiece in Rococo polychrome carved chancel.
Biblioteca Municipal Norberto Lopes
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Rua da Fonte Nova
5230-319, Vimioso
Library with a vast documentary collection.
Igreja Matriz de Vimioso / Igreja de São Vicente
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Rua da Fonte Nova
5230-312, Vimioso
Church built at the end of the 16th century and remodeled in the 17th century, with a plan consisting of a single nave, a rectangular chancel, a sacristy and a support area. The main facade is made up of three bodies, the side ones being the bell tower and the clock tower. Inside, the nave with five segments and the ceiling with coffered vaults stands out.