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Convento de San Payo

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

AquaMuseu

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Avenida do Tomino - Parque de Lazer do Castelinho
4920-008, Vila Nova de Cerveira

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

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

Vila Nova de Cerveira

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.

Parque de Lazer do Castelinho

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  • leisure

Avenida do Tomino
4920, Vila Nova de Cerveira

Vila Nova de Cerveira

The Castelinho Leisure Park is the main leisure area in Vila Nova de Cerveira, it was remodeled in 2007 and has several activity suggestions. It includes the AquaMuseu, where you can visit the friendly otter couple, as well as its Aquarium and the Fisheries Museum. It also includes a Water Park that replicates the River Minho, with water jets and fountains that delight children on hot summer days. See the small artificial lake, from which you get a privileged view over the River Minho, with the Spanish bank on the other side. If you want to exercise, there are football, …

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