Lamego - Monumental City
It was in Lamego that the legendary "Cortes de Lamego" took place, where King Afonso Henriques was acclaimed the first King of Portugal and the "Rules of Succession to the Throne" were established.
Lamego is also known for its gastronomy, from which stand out its hams and the "roasted lamb with tradicional rice" and for its wine production, namely Port wine and sparkling wines, of which it is part of the Demarcated Region.
Nossa Senhora dos Remédios Sanctuary
It is the main tourist attraction in Lamego, situated at the top of the "São Estevão" hill, with 686 steps.
The staircase is all decorated and there are beautiful monuments, chapels, fountains, statues and obelisks.
Schedule: Daily from 08:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.; 01:30 p.m. - 04:30 p.m.
Free entry (subject to change, without notice)
Lamego Catedral
Located on the main avenue of the city, we suggest a visit to the Cathedral of Lamego and its cloisters.
Schedule: Daily from 08:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; 02:30 p.m. - 07:00 p.m.
Free entry (subject to change, without notice)
Lamego Castle
Situated in the most historical part of the city, the Castle awaits your visit. Inside you can find games from medieval times in modern times for kids and adults.
Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Free entry (subject to change, without notice)
Lamego Cistern
It's considered "one of the best examples of the cisterns of Portuguese castles.
Images, sounds, letters, experiences, and traditions are now available to the public, in a space that is now a Memory Center.
Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Free entry (subject to change, without notice)
Archaeological Nucleus
It is the most important archaeological complex discovered in Lamego, illustrating the dynamic transformation of the city over more than two thousand years of its history.
Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Free entry (subject to change, without notice)
Lamego Museum
Located in the historic center of the city, it was founded in 1917 in a building, which was once an episcopal palace.
It belongs to the restricted number of centennial museums.
Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Tickets: from 3.00€. (subject to change, without notice)
São Pedro de Balsemão Chapel
Located in a small plain along the banks of the "Balsemão" River.
One of the striking elements is the mid-14th century sarcophagus belonging to D. Afonso Pires, Bishop of Porto.
Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Free admission (subject to change without notice)
Biological Park of Lamego
Located in a mountain zone, the "Serra das Meadas", occupying an area of 50 hectares.
The Biological Park is a center for environmental education and preservation of nature and its biodiversity.
Schedule: Daily from 10:00 a.m. to 07:00 p.m.
Tickets: from 2.00€. (subject to change without notice)
