Embark on this journey and
discover the best Paredes has to
ESCAPE
the unique view of Senhora do
Salto Natural Park. It is a place
Take some time to discover the
richness of the local gastronomy
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flavours. Recipes and tastes
that have passed on from one
generation to the next and that
are daily served in places which
sports practice and equipped with
playgrounds. Then, organize a
wrapped in legends, which invites
to contemplation and to radical
illustrate the people’s hospitality
in Paredes.
picnic in the unique environment of
Ferreira River Park.
sports practice, such as rappel,
slide or rock climbing.
Taste some of the most typical
delicacies of the region, and
Or accept the challenge and play
golf at the sound of birds and wind,
on the new Aqueduto Course, in
If you want to enjoy a full
experience, visit Sobreira parish
council and one of the best
indulge yourself with the
regional desserts. Check the
freshness of “vinho verde”, a
Vila Cova de Carros. Whether you
are a professional or an amateur
hidden patrimonies of Paredes
Municipality: Castromil and Banjas
unique product in the world,
made in the region by the
golf player, you can only gain.
Gold Mines.
Cooperative Winery of Paredes.
BUSINESS
TOURISM
NATURE
TOURISM
Aqueduto Golf Course
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business opportunities, Paredes
is reinventing its territory
through a set of projects of urban
regeneration and cultural and
entrepreneurial stimulation, such
as the Art on Chairs biennial or the
Public Art Open Circuit of Paredes –
a collection of contemporary works
of art, developed by renowned
Senhora do Salto Natural Park
Castromil and Banjas Gold Mines
gastronomy
Vandoma/Baltar Mountain Wall
Enjoy the bucolic atmosphere of
the São Pedro de Cête Monastery,
whose foundation goes back to
the 10th century. Observe its
Romanesque and Gothic patterns
and its cloisters and be surprised by
MEDITATE
some of the best preserved noble
knights’ funerary chests.
Witness the important role religious
Orders played in the creation and
consolidation of the realm and
admire the different artistic styles
on the façades of Sra. Dos Chãos
(Baroque) and Castelões de Cepêda
(Neoclassic) Churches.
House of Culture
Biblioteca Municipal de Paredes
S. Estevão de Vilela Church and old Monastery
The attractiveness of Paredes
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is reinventing its territory
through a set of projects of urban
regeneration and cultural and
legends and stories which have
been lingering until today.
Indulge yourself in a historical
entrepreneurial stimulation, such
as the Art on Chairs biennial or
experience and walk the
Romanesque Route of the Sousa
the Public Art Path of Paredes – a
collection of contemporary works
of art, developed by renowned
Valley, anchored in patrimony
with renowned value and
exceptional features.
Public Art Path of Paredes
Incubadora do Design de Mobiliário
Biblioteca Municipal de Paredes
landscape
Touring
PAREDES
We have a place for you
Chalé Confort Hotel (41.19396, -8.406958)
Rua Central de Vandoma, 554, 4585-751 Vandoma - Paredes
T. 22 411 03 47 / 93 797 13 46 || www.chaleconforthotel.pt | [email protected]
São Pedro de Cête Monastery
S. Cristovão of Louredo Church
S. Tomé de Bitarães Church
RESTAURANTS:
PAREDES
COZINHA DA TERRA (41.235971, -8.345668)
MEET
Lugar da Herdade, 8, 4580-582 Louredo - Paredes
T. 255 780 900 / 91 875 62 38 || www.cozinhadaterra.com | [email protected]
CASA DO BAIXINHO (41.215736, -8.322535)
Rua do Baixinho, 579, 4580-002 Paredes
T. 255 785 808 || [email protected]
SABOR E ARTE (41.241368, -8.41178)
Rua da Maiata, 58, Edifício Diagonal, 4580-838 Lordelo - Paredes
T. 224 446 029 || [email protected]
Solar da Brita (41.241913, -8.334642)
Rua da Forca, 86 4580-581 Louredo
T. 255 776 370 / 918 285 845
national and international artists.
Cultural
Touring
Paredes Hotel Apartment (41.205167, -8.341684)
Rua Almeida Garrett, 4580-038 Paredes
T. 255 780 490 / 96 174 24 34 || www.paredeshotel.com | [email protected]
Hotel Dom Leal (41.185465, -8.448651)
Av. Central de Gandra, 1460, 4585-116 Gandra - Paredes
T. 22 415 62 82/3 || www.hoteldleal.com | [email protected]
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for you to go for a walk or a
bike ride, to become one with
the Nature and its important
architectonic patrimony.
Each monument is a living
homage to its history, enclosing
PAREDES
T. 255 781521/2/3 || www.paredesdesignhotel.com | [email protected]
Tracks and paths are waiting
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is not confined to its natural or
patrimonial beauties not even to
its industrial capacity.
In order to improve its growth
and its ability to generate new
business opportunities, Paredes
RELIGIOUS
TOURISM
Doce do Cavaco
Sopa Seca
Paredes Design Hotel (41.189082, -8.367663)
Rua Central de Mouriz, 1595, 4580-597 Mouriz - Paredes
national and international artists.
City & ShorT
Breaks
Cabrito assado em forno de lenha
mini
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The attractiveness of Paredes
is not confined to its natural or
patrimonial beauties not even to its
industrial capacity.
In order to improve its growth
and its ability to generate new
Paredes City Park
Ferreira River Park
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morning in Paredes City Park,
a place which is prepared for
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viewpoints available in the region.
Allow the moment to linger with
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offer.
Gather the family and enjoy your
Take a deep breath of fresh
air and climb to one of the
Centro de Informação da Rota do Românico
Aguiar de Sousa Castle Tower
Alcoforados Tower
XARCUTÃO (41.209541, -8.331014)
Rua de Timor, 51 – 59, 4580-015 Paredes
T. 255 782 143 || [email protected]
www.cm-PAREDES.pt
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PAREDES:
WE HAVE
A PLACE
FOR YOU
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Located in the North of Portugal, in the green and
prosperous Sousa Valley region, within the Metropolitan
Area of Porto, Paredes detains extraordinary location and
accessibility conditions.
Covering an area of 156 km2, Paredes is currently
linked by four highways which facilitate the access to the
municipality and place it a few minutes away from the
main international exists, namely Francisco Sá Carneiro
Airport and Leixões Sea Harbour.
As a reflection of all these competitive advantages,
Paredes is today the 27th most populous municipality in
the country and the 7th largest in the District of Porto, with
about 90 thousand inhabitants in its territory.
Those who live here know better than anyone about
the secrets of this land, known not only by its strong
historical and cultural heritage but also by its magnificent
landscapes and rich heritage ought to be discovered.
Churches, “pelourinhos”, forts, medieval monasteries,
farms and manor houses frame a mainly green
landscape. By discovering this territory you will enjoy the
beauty and tranquility of its hills and valleys. You can also
enjoy its modern facilities, its gastronomy delights and
several outdoor activities. And absorb the richness of its
archaeological and architectonic heritage.
Paredes is all of this and much more. That is the reason
why you are invited to discover Paredes. A Municipality
near you and close to everything.
address
Rebordosa
Valongo
A4
23
39
Besteiros
36
21
31
M
MUSEUM
33
Baltar
4
22
43
PATHWAYS
34 32
26
Castelões de Cepeda
RIVER AREA
PIER
Bitarães
Vila Cova de Barros 41 10
Vandoma
22
44
38
8
PAREDES
12
Gandra
A4
9
Madalena
Cristelo
17
CHURCH
Gondalães
45
Duas Igrejas
25
Astromil
Beire
28
6
7
16
RIO
FERREIRA
2
Mouriz
42
46 40 35 29
27 19 14 11
1
PELOURINHO
30
MOUNTAIN
Cête
3
Parada de Todeia
HERITAGE
Penafiel
SPORTS
20
Recarei
RUINS
CYCLING
MILLS
PIER
Aguiar de Sousa
13
Sobreira
4
RIO
DOURO
CRAFT
TRAIN STATION
NATURE
WINE
TYPICAL VILLAGE
ACCOMMODATION
GAZEBO
RESTAURANTS
RIO
SOUSA
Rio Tamega
Gondomar
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Castelo de Paiva
ACOOMODATION
City & Short Breaks
RESTAURANTS
1 - São Pedro de Cête Monastery
7 - S. Estevão de Vilela Church and old Monastery
13 – Senhora do Salto Natural Park
19 - Public Art Path of Paredes
23 - Cozinha da Terra
32 - Zangão
41 - Paredes Hotel Apartment
2 - Senhora da Piedade da Quintã Chapel
8 - S. Tomé de Bitarães Church
14 - Paredes City Park
20 - Castromil and Banjas Gold Mines
24 - Sabor & Arte
33 - O Rei
42 - Paredes Design Hotel
3 - Nossa Senhora do Vale Hermitage
9 - Nossa Senhora dos Chãos Square and Chapel
15 - Ferreira River Park (Lordelo’s side)
21 - Aqueduto Golf Course
25 - Zé d’Adélia
34 - Cortiço
43 - Dom Leal
4 - Aguiar de Sousa Castle Tower
10 - Paredes Mother Church
16 - Ferreira River Park (Rebordosa’s side)
22 - Baltar Kart Racing
26 - Xarcutão
35 - Paullu’s
44 - Chalé Confort Hotel
5 - Alcoforados Tower
11 – House of Culture
17 - Vandoma/Baltar Mountain wall
27 - Terra Mar
36 - A Cozinha do Frade
45 - Country Houses
6 - S. Cristovão of Louredo Churcho
12 - Aqueduct and Tanks of Cimo da Vila
18 - Bridge and Mills of Penhas Altas Lordelo
28 - Solar da Brita
37 - O Requinte
46 - Estrebuela House
29 - Casa do Baixinho
38 - O Chalé
30 - Varandas d’Á Quatro
39 - Os Frades
31 - O Tradicional
40 - Vasco’s barbecue and grill
Cultural Touring
INteraCtive Tourism Store
Largo da Estação
4580-196 Paredes
T. 255 788 952
E. [email protected]
Louredo
Vilela
24
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INTERACTIVE STORE
Lousada
Sobrosa
5
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You have probably already heard about Paredes, one
of the youngest municipalities in Portugal in terms of
population’s age, where 65 per cent of the national
furniture is produced.
Paredes MUNICIPALITY
Praça José Guilherme
4580-130 Paredes
T. 255 788 800
www.cm-paredes.pt
Maia
Lanscape Touring