Ponte de Lima is considered the oldest village in Portugal and heiress a vast heritage, gardens, festivals, pilgrimages and an excellent gastronomy.
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Ponte de Lima’s historic heritage is admirable! Get to know what you should visit:
The Chapel of the Guardian Angel, also known as St. Michael's Standard, is a temple dating from the early 14th century, in Gothic-Roman style, and it's a must visit.
The Main Church of Ponte de Lima was built by King João I in 1425 and has had several interventions over the years preserving its Romanesque, Gothic and Neoclassical style.
The Portuguese Toy Museum is entirely dedicated to the toys produced in Portugal and promises to enlist not only children but also adults. Relive your childhood and review the toys of yesteryear.
There are plenty activities to do in Ponte de Lima. See how you can enjoy your visit:
Let yourself be missed by the charming streets of this charming village. Discover small corners, chapels, typical markets and let yourself be enveloped by the welcoming people of Ponte de Lima.
Venture youself through what is the ex-libris of this charming village: the "Old Bridge" and get delight with the unique landscape over Ponte de Lima.
Choose one of the several routes and get in touch with nature. The tour can be done by foot or by bicycle.
Ponte de Lima’s gastronomy will amaze you with its great dishes. Find out what to taste:
For rice, add bay leaf, clove, nutmeg, salt and pepper to season the meats (pork, green chorizo and farinhotas).
Typical dish of Ponte de Lima that consists of frying cod slices and sprinkling it with olive oil, coriander and bay leaf. To accompany it, lots of onions and chips.
This recipe consists of a stew and the lamprey is accompanied or mixed with white rice.
Ponte de Lima is a region located in the north of Portugal. This region is close to other destinations that you should include on your trip.
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