Torres Novas

Torres Novas is a Portuguese municipality with 17 and parishes belonging to the District of Santarém, Ribatejo region. In historical terms, it is known that the Romans settled in these lands, as were discovered Roman ruins of a stately residence (Vila Cardílio). The locale was conquered from the Moors by Afonso Henriques, in 1148 and, two years later, received a Charter from the King Don Sancho i. Torres Novas Castle served as a bulwark to Portuguese forces at that time and is the ex-libris of the city. Nowadays, still preserves some towers of 14th century, including the donjon. The room of the castle is transformed into a garden and is a pleasant place of leisure. Other places not to be missed is the Carlos Reis Municipal Museum, a space where are exhibited works of sacred art, archeology and paintings created by Carlos Reis. In handicraft, Torres Novas stands out for its ceramics, woodwork, embroidery and lace. As for the gastronomy, the best known delicacies are the migas to the fisherman, the eels Boquilobo and the Flathead on the tile.

What to do in Torres Novas

Castelo de Torres Novas

Torres Novas

Castle built during the reign of Dom Sancho I, under the ruins of an older fortification. In the reign of Dom Fernando underwent restoration and, in 1755, suffered a lot of damage with the earthquake. Later, the French invaders left the castle in a State of great disrepair, which evolved into the State of total abandonment. Nowadays, preserves some towers …

Grutas de Lapas

Torres Novas

This is a set of artificial caves, initially open to exploitation of stone. Here archaeological objects were found which may have originated from the Neolithic to the Roman era.

Museu Municipal Carlos Reis

Torres Novas

An exhibitions of religious art work and paintings by Carlos Reis.

Jardim Municipal de Torres Novas

Torres Novas

The garden borders the Almonda river and looks up at the castle. There are many different flowers. It is excellent for leisure, recreation or simply for resting.

Ruínas Romanas de Vila Cardílio

Torres Novas

The Roman ruins of the Vila Cardílio are some of the traces from the Roman presence in this area. To mention are the polychrome mosaics showing the effigies and the owner’s names, Cardílio and Avita. The occupation time must have …

Gruta do Almonda

Torres Novas

The Almonda Cave is a group of subterranean galleries with an extension of 8 km and vestiges of human occupations from the paleolithic to the roman epoch. The exploration starts along narrow galleries and small rooms. Along narrow pathways, one …

Jardim das Rosas

Torres Novas

Very nice spacious, grassy and wooded areas, a playground and a small lake.

Miradouro da Via Panorâmica

Torres Novas

From this site you can get a beautiful panoramic view of the entire region.

Painel de Azulejos Alusivo a Gil Pais

Torres Novas

Large tile Panel, located on the main square of Torres Novas. It was painted in 1938 by artist Jorge Colaço.

Casa Memorial Humberto Delgado

Torres Novas

House dating from the 19th century, with the main facade with two pedestrian doors and a window, being for this façade that opens to large kitchen with fireplace, with access also through the side door and a room, establishing communication …

Igreja da Misericórdia de Torres Novas

Torres Novas

The original temple, target of modifications in the 17th and 18th centuries, only a Manueline door and a cruise. The side porch, dating from 1670, is flanked by four ionic columns. Deserves reference to tiling, the talha, the 17th-century paintings, …

Edifício do Mercado Coberto / Mercado do Peixe

Torres Novas

Building built on the site where formerly there was the Manor of the Dukes of Aveiro. Was inaugurated on August 1, 1884. Features three bodies staggered separated by support elements.

Lapas

Torres Novas

The name is due to the existence of large neolithic caves in the region, linked to several local legends. One should visit the mother church, rebuilt in the 16th century, with a tomb, pattern tiles on the nave and a …

Nora do Largo do Lamego

Torres Novas

Nora Largo do Lamego is a device consisting of a wheel with small reservoirs, formerly used to draw water from wells or cisterns.

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Where to eat in Torres Novas

Papa-Figos
Portuguese
20.00 €

Apesar de recente, o restaurante Papa-Figos, em Torres Novas já se assume como paragem obrigatória …

Solar da Valada
Portuguese
12.00 €

Very cosy and rustic restaurant, housed in a beautiful farm. Consists of two rooms, one on each flo…

Retiro da Fataça
Portuguese
9.00 €

Large restaurant, rustic and welcoming, serving dishes from traditional Portuguese regional cuisine…

Mestre Petisqueiro
Portuguese
12.50 €

Typical restaurant serving traditional Portuguese cuisine dishes, highlighting the regional dessert…

Burger Ranch
Fast food
5.00 €

Fast food restaurant located in the TorreShopping shopping centre. Her speciality are the burgers a…

Casa das Enguias
Portuguese
15.00 €

Nice restaurant, located in a typical House, serving dishes from traditional Portuguese regional cu…

Di Napoli
Italian
4.00 €

Familiar and cosy restaurant serving Italian and international dishes, with an emphasis on their pi…

Ritonicho
Portuguese
7.00 €

Large space divided into café, restaurant and banqueting hall. Proposes a menu full of dishes from …

O Lagareiro
Portuguese
10.00 €

Rustic and cosy restaurant serving regional cuisine and traditional delicacies.

Sopas & Saladas
Portuguese
10.00 €

Healthy food restaurant working in self-service system. In addition to the healthier dishes, serves…

Where to sleep in Torres Novas

Casa dos Arrábidos

Former convent of Franciscan friars Arrábidos, dating from the 16th century. The property consists of the former convent, orchards, a vegetable garden, a chape…

Hotel dos Cavaleiros

3 star

Hotel well located, friendly and with 60 comfortable rooms, including three suites. Also offers a swimming pool, a gym, a restaurant and a cinema\/Auditorium.