Visited the Castle of Santa Maria da Feira today and, although it was closed (as it is every Monday), the peaceful grounds offered a perfect opportunity for quiet photography. The castle’s impressive medieval architecture and well-preserved walls make it a striking landmark, even from the outside. Its dramatic towers and unique defensive features stand as a testament to centuries of Portuguese history, dating back to the 11th century. While I couldn’t explore the interior this time, the tranquil surroundings and panoramic views from the exterior are well worth a visit, especially if you enjoy capturing historic sites without the crowds. I recommend checking opening hours before your visit, as the castle is closed on Mondays and has specific hours on weekends. Looking forward to returning when it’s open to explore inside!

Loverly grounds and nice photo from the front. Church entry is free and not to be missed. I didn’t have time to pay for entry and do the tour. Gift shop had some unusual and cute items

A truly amazing castle. With this castle dating back to the 10th century, it has incredible history. And for three euros per adult we felt it was a great value to visit.

Good views to have a quick walk around the castle first of all. most staff were a bit miserable unfriendly especially the man in the picture who wasn’t very understanding and we arrived half hour which wasn’t late before closing time and he was stubborn not letting us in for a short time so it waste of a journey as we travelled a long way

I paid 5€ for the Medieval fair and it would be needed 5€ more to enter the castle, so I didn't pay again for it. It is quite majestic and well kept, but I honestly think the ticket for the fair should include a short tour of the Castle.

Great place to visit. This Castle is 1000 years of history! It's under restorarion work what become not possible visit the terrace over the towers, but all the rest of the building is available.

Visiting the Castle of Santa Maria da Feira is like stepping into a fairy tale. This medieval gem, nestled in the heart of the city, offers a rich history and stunning views of the surrounding area. Explore its impressive towers and battlements, wander through its ancient halls, and imagine life during Portugal's early days. The annual Medieval Festival brings the castle to life with reenactments, markets, and performances. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking for an unforgettable experience, the Castle of Santa Maria da Feira is a must-see in northern Portugal.

Very cool spot! Free to get in and the grounds are beautiful to walk around as well. Lovely spot.

beautiful park finally possible to visit

extraordinary place. definitely not something you should skip while you are in the area. especially since its for free!

Absolutely gorgeous! Romantic. The best place for a family picnic or even a wedding!

Looks pretty cool, definitely worth a visit

Nice place to relax a bit

(Translated by Google) The park is an ideal medium size, creating a welcoming space for leisurely strolls or to spend some relaxing time on a bench during a day off. The abundance of benches and large trees providing shade make this park an attractive place to relax, whatever the weather conditions. The convenience of the park is enhanced by the presence of a car park, allowing visitors to get around easily. Special attention is paid to inclusivity, with easy access for people with reduced mobility, making the park accessible to all. The park is located next to a large playground, making it an ideal place for family outings and providing entertainment for younger visitors. However, despite all its advantages, the park has one notable absence – picnic tables. Their addition would significantly improve the visitor experience, allowing for more organised gatherings and picnics. This would make the park even more versatile and equipped for any form of leisure. (Original) O parque possui um tamanho médio ideal, criando um espaço acolhedor para passeios descontraídos ou para passar algum tempo relaxante num banco durante um dia de folga. A abundância de bancos e árvores largas que fornecem sombra tornam este parque um local atraente para relaxar, independentemente das condições climáticas. A conveniência do parque é acentuada pela presença de um estacionamento, permitindo que os visitantes cheguem facilmente. Uma atenção especial é dada à inclusividade, com acessos fáceis para pessoas com mobilidade reduzida, tornando o parque acessível a todos. O parque está localizado ao lado de um grande parque infantil, tornando-o um local ideal para passeios em família e proporcionando entretenimento para os visitantes mais jovens. No entanto, apesar de todas as suas vantagens, o parque tem uma ausência notável - mesas de piquenique. A sua adição melhoraria significativamente a experiência dos visitantes, permitindo reuniões e piqueniques mais organizados. Isso tornaria o parque ainda mais versátil e equipado para qualquer forma de lazer.

(Translated by Google) Very nice and beautiful place. Worth a visit. Easy parking close to the place. Free entrance. (Original) Local muito agradável e bonito. Vale a pena conhecer. Estacionamento fácil e junto do local. Entrada gratuita.

(Translated by Google) The castle garden is very beautiful, and I really liked the caves, even though they are artificial. There is parking nearby, a playground and a café in front, and the castle is right next to us. I really liked it. Visit Santa Maria da Feira (Original) O jardim do castelo e muito bonito, as grutas apesar de serem artificiais, eu gostei muito. Tem estacionamento perto, o parque infantil e um café em frente e o castelo ao nosso lado. Gostei muito. Visitem Santa Maria da Feira

(Translated by Google) Surreal, beautiful place, really calm and beautiful (Original) Local surreal de lindo, calminho mesmo bonito

(Translated by Google) An interesting visit! (Original) Uma visita interessante!

(Translated by Google) Perfect for couples and an amazing trip (Original) Perfeito para casal e passeio incrível

(Translated by Google) No water (Original) Sem água

(Translated by Google) Really bad at this time of barriers everywhere nothing to indicate horrible (Original) Vraiment nul a cette période des barrières partout rien d’indiquer horrible

Beautiful recommend

(Translated by Google) A pleasant surprise! We arrived without much expectation and were surprised by a well-located, simple and very well-kept museum, which portrays the history of the city with enriching details and important pieces. The museum greatly values ​​the culture and heritage of Santa Maria da Feira. You can also see the beautiful works of the city's artist António Joaquim! I highly recommend it! *entrance fee: €1 (Original) Uma feliz surpresa! Chegamos sem muita expectativa e fomos surpreendidos por um museu bem localizado, simples e muito bem cuidado, que retrata a história da cidade com detalhes enriquecedores e peças importantes. O museu valoriza e muito a cultura e o patrimônio de Santa Maria da Feira. É possível ainda conhecer as belas obras do artista da cidade António Joaquim! Recomendo muito! *valor de entrada: 1€

(Translated by Google) A well-kept and clean space, polite staff, and an incredible sensory experience! I highly recommend a visit. (Original) Espaço bem cuidado e limpo, funcionários educados e uma experiência sensorial muito incrível! Recomendo a visita.

(Translated by Google) I loved the space, the exhibition and especially the availability of audio that allowed us to learn much more about the history of the region. (Original) Adorei o espaço , a exposição e especialmente a disponibilização do áudio que nos permitiu saber muito mais da história da região.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting place, beautiful square, close to the Castle, the medieval village and the museum (Original) Sítio muito interessante, linda praça, próximo do Castelo, da vila medieval e do museu

(Translated by Google) Excellent place. The architectural restoration is very beautiful and functional. The exhibition room is very good, the cloister is beautiful and the renovation with the new part is very well done. The staff are super friendly and the Museum is very well located, right in the center with cute cafes around it and parking. Yes, I highly recommend visiting! (Original) Excelente local. A recuperação arquitectónica está muito bonita e funcional. A sala para exposições é muito boa, o claustro lindíssimo e a remodelação com a parte nova muito bem feita. Os funcionários são super simpáticos e o Museu é muito bem localizado, bem no centro com cafés giros à volta e parque de estacionamento. Sim, recomendo vivamente a visita!

(Translated by Google) Excellent. I attended a conference organized here and I really liked the conditions offered. I recommend a visit. (Original) Excelente. Estive numa conferência aqui organizada e gostei muito das condições apresentadas. Recomendo uma visita.

There are a lot of kids and no alcohol at all. Beautiful at Christmas though

A magical experience, but overcrowded! Perlim is an enchanting place for kids, especially during the holiday season, with fun activities, colorful decorations, and a magical atmosphere. However, the huge crowds can be exhausting. The long queues and overwhelming number of people make it difficult to enjoy the experience fully. I believe limiting the number of visitors each day would make the visit much more pleasant, allowing families to move around and enjoy the attractions without the stress. Although it's beautiful and offers a lot for children, the overcrowding makes it less appealing.

So fun. Very family friendly. Festive and fireworks and performance. A great Christmas idea.

I was expecting something better. I have nice experience with the Medieval show, but the Perlim, had only three interesting activities, the zip line, laponia and the pirate cave.

Was a bit crowded on a Saturday however our kid loved it. Prices are a bit steep but it's worth the money. Be prepared for an exhaustive day. Parking may be a challenge and you may have to park faraway

Miissing animations to keep the kids interested while waiting for the scheduled animations. We spend lot of time in the line waiting for the carrossel. Also 45 min to slide is a lot when we have small kids. Was also a rainy day that do not helped.

Great place to have a good time with your kids

Nice place with good restaurants arround.

A beautiful church

(Translated by Google) The Igreja Matriz de Santa Maria da Feira is located on the way to the Castelo de Santa Maria da Feira. It is a beautiful church with two towers located at the top of the stairs. Inside you can visit for free. (Original) A Igreja Matriz de Santa Maria da Feira está localizada no caminho para o Castelo de Santa Maria da Feira. É uma bela igreja com duas torres localizadas no topo das escadas. Dentro você pode visitar gratuitamente.

(Translated by Google) The largest church in Santa Maria da Feira, it houses several tombs and is very well preserved. There is no entrance fee. (Original) A maior igreja de Santa Maria da feira, por dentro tem alguns túmulos, o estado de conservação da mesma é muito bem cuidado. Não se paga a entrada da mesma.

(Translated by Google) It's beautiful from the outside! Superb! And I really wanted to visit the inside, but unfortunately I didn't have the opportunity to see it from the inside, but when I return to Santa Maria da Feira, it's one of my must-see places! (Original) É lindíssimo por fora! Soberbo! E eu fiquei com uma vontade louca de o visitar por dentro, mas infelizmente não tive a oportunidade de o ver por dentro, mas quando voltar a Santa Maria da feira, é um dos meus sítios de passagem obrigatória!

(Translated by Google) Beautiful church with cool stairs. It has a fountain at the bottom. The surroundings give it a very cool touch, with a half-ruined house, the fountain, the curved road, a very cool street next to it, the park... it also has some cafes right in front where you can have a drink while admiring the church (Original) preciosa iglesia con unas escaleras chulisimas. tiene una fuente en la parte de abajo. Los alrededores le dan un toque chulisimo, con una casa medio en ruinas, la fuente, la carretera en curva, una calle chulisima al lado, el parque.... además tiene unas cafeterías justo enfrente donde puedes tomar algo admirando la iglesia

(Translated by Google) A very beautiful church, both inside and out, where the fogaceiras festival is held on January 20th. (Original) Igreja muito bonita no seu interior e exterior , local onde a 20 de janeiro se faz a festa das fogaceiras

(Translated by Google) Church of the Mercy of Santa Maria da Feira. It was founded in 1594, but the work was only completed in 1690. The great earthquake of 1755 caused extensive damage to one of the vaults. The church's collection includes two beautiful sculptures, one made of Ançã stone from the 15th century, representing a holy bishop, and the other, made of wood, representing Our Lady of Sorrows from the second half of the 18th century. Also of note is a gilded silver monstrance from the 17th-18th centuries, a pyx, also made of gilded silver and from the second half of the 18th century, and a chalice from the same period. (Original) Igreja da Misericórdia de Santa Maria da Feira. Foi fundada em 1594, mas só em 1690 que é que se concluiu a obra. O grande terramoto de 1755 provou grandes danos numa das abóbadas. Fazem parte do espólio da igreja duas bonitas esculturas, uma de pedra de Ançã do século XV, representando um santo bispo, e a outra, de madeira, representa uma Senhora das Dores da 2ª metade do século XVIII. Destaca-se ainda uma custódia de prata dourada, dos séculos XVII-XVIII, uma píxide, igualmente de prata dourada e da 2ª metade do século XVIII, e ainda um cálice da mesma época.

(Translated by Google) I went during the medieval journey festival, I didn't go inside, but the outside is very beautiful! I loved the whole city! It's beautiful to see all the preservation of the original architecture! (Original) Fui durante o a festa da viagem medieval, não entrei dentro, mas por fora é muito linda! Amei a cidade toda! É lindo de ver toda a preservação da arquitetura original!

(Translated by Google) A beautiful church with a wonderful priest. I only deeply regret the central lighting on the ceiling, which is "too modern", completely out of keeping with the style of the church. Unfortunately, it doesn't match, and it also compromises the wonderful architectural ensemble of the church with so much beauty and peace. Thank you 🙏 (Original) Lindíssima igreja com um padre maravilhoso. Só lamento profundamente a iluminação central no teto, "moderna por demais", saindo por completo do estilo da igreja. Infelizmente não combina, além de comprometer o conjunto arquitetônico maravilhoso da igreja com tamanha beleza e paz. Grata 🙏

(Translated by Google) The church is well preserved, a little austere but the exterior catches the eye. The fervor that day was moving (Original) L eglise est bien conserve un peu austère mais l exterieur attire l œil. La ferveur ce jour était émouvante

(Translated by Google) very beautiful with incredible space, an excellent architectural jewel and very well preserved. currently under maintenance. very beautiful with incredible space, an excellent architectural jewel and very well preserved. currently under maintenance. (Original) muito bonita com espaço incrível, uma excelente jóia arquitetônica e muito bem preservada. atualmente em manutenção. muy bella con espacio increíble, una excelente joya arquitectónica y muy bien preservada. actualmente en mantenimiento.

(Translated by Google) Recently remodeled church with an imposing staircase and original façade. With a beautiful fountain halfway up the staircase. (Original) Igreja recentemente remodelada com escadaria imponente e fachada original. Com um belo fontanário a meio da escadaria.

(Translated by Google) With medieval foundations, this was the site of the original parish church of Saint Nicholas, which, in 1566, was moved to the newly founded church and Convent of Loios. Later, there was a chapel dedicated to Saint Francis on this site, and the Immanity of the Holy House of Mercy, which had existed since at least 1556, was also housed here. Over the years, the Brothers of the Misericórdia (House of Mercy) carried out repairs to the old temple, but its state of disrepair led to the construction of the current church beginning around 1690. Over time, several repairs were carried out, some more thorough, caused by the earthquake of 1755 or by a fire in one of the side chapels at the end of the 19th century, and others more specific. And yet, in 2018, the project began to restore and rehabilitate the Church of Misericórdia, classified as a Monument of Public Interest in 2012. This project allowed, in a structured manner, the restoration and conservation of its movable heritage, and the recovery and rehabilitation of the church, its annexed rooms, the staircase, the gardens, and the surrounding outdoor spaces. These actions make it possible to take a museum tour of the church and its annexed rooms, enjoying a more comprehensive understanding of the works of sacred art, framed within the architecture of the church itself. The rehabilitation led to the discovery of magnificent mural paintings as well as important artistic elements in various spaces. New technologies also intersect with historical memory, projecting images of ancient paintings that were revealed to be irretrievable onto the coffered ceilings of the Chancel's dome using video mapping. The 16th-century project was executed during the Baroque period, yet it still displays a Mannerist influence, which can be seen particularly in the decorative structure of the main façade, particularly the 18th-century staircase and the beautiful fountain on the middle landing. (Original) De fundaçöes medievais, este foi o local da primitiva igreja paroquial de São Nicolau que, em 1566, se transferiu para a lgrejae Convento dos Loios recém-fundado. Houve depois neste local uma capela dedicada a São Francisco, e também aqui se alojou a Imandade da Santa Casa da Misericórdia, que já existia pelo menos desde 1556. Ao longo dos anos, os imãos da Misericórdia foram promovendo reparações no velho templo, mas o estado de ruína levou a que, por volta de 1690, se iniciasse a construção da igreja que agora existe. Ao longo dos tempos foram-se realizando várias reparações, umas mais profundas, provocadas pelo terramoto de 1755 ou pelo incêndio numa das capelas laterais nos finais do séc. XIX, e outras pontuais. E, no entanto, em 2018 qus se iniciao projeto de recuperação e reabilitação da lgreja da Misericórdia, classificada como Monumento de Interesse Público em 2012, que permitiu, de uma foma estruturada, restaurar e conservar o seu património móvel, e recuperare reabilitaro templo, os seus compartimentos anexos, o escadório, osjardins e os espaços exteriores envolventes. Com estas ações, é possível realizar um percurso museológico na igreja e nos compartimentos anexos, usufruindo-se de uma leitura mais abrangente das obras de arte sacra, enquadradas na arquitetura do próprio templo. A reabilitação proporcionou a descoberta de magníficas pinturas murais assim como de importantes elementos artísticos em várioss espaços. Também as novas tecnologias se cruzam na memória histórica, projetando nos caixotões da cúpula da Capela-Mor, através de video mapping, as inmagens das antigas pinturas que se revelaram irrecuperáveis. O projeto do séc. XVIl foi executado em plena época baroca, apresentando, no entanto, uma inspiração de gosto maneirista, que se verifica sobretudo na estrutura decorativa da fachada principal, com destaque para a escadaria setecentista e o belíssimo chafariz no o oPatamar médio.

Norte is a perfect place to relax with friends, especially on its terrace, where we started by enjoying some cold beers. The atmosphere is very pleasant and relaxed, ideal for a good time, with well-thought-out decor that adds a modern and cozy touch. Plus, the background music was amazing, creating the perfect vibe. We then had some burgers that were absolutely delicious: juicy, well-prepared, and full of flavor. The service was good, with attentive and friendly staff. The only downside was the nachos we were served at the start of dinner, as they were soft and lacked the crunch you'd expect. Despite that, the overall experience was great, and we’d definitely return for those burgers and to enjoy the terrace again.

Great selection of beers, friendly staff and a nice vibe. Francesinha wasnt fantastic nor traditional but it was tasty.

Good food & great service. There wasn’t very many vegetarian options so I ended up getting a veggie burger. The staff was super nice though and the atmosphere was great

Very good price for food and drinks, tasty food and friendly staff, recommend!

cool place and great service! eduardo welcomed us with a nice smile, as always!

Service quite slow but in the end it was worth the wait. Nice food and lovely staff. Shame I didn't catch our waiter's name. Cosy trendy place nice for chilling with friends.

Thank you for going the extra mile for celiac people 🙏

Not adapted to vegan or vegetarian at all. We asked for salad without fish, and that became a thin salad of lettuce that they charged happily 11,50€ each. We asked them about it and they didn't correct it at all. Bread was dry (they kindly changed it), soup very salty but ok. It's hard to get a bad soup in Portugal to be fair!!

Sloooooow service. 1.20h for a sandwich.

Terrible food; though not expensive.

The food doesn't have good quality, and you have to wait so much for your dishes, I have been 1 hour waiting for a piece of meat badly cooked.

Good francesinha and calm place to dinner during week.

Amazing food and service

Absolutely delicious!!!

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(Translated by Google) Pleasant space, with access for people with disabilities, excellent service, food that looks good and is tasty. Fantastic desserts. The overall quality is satisfactory The price is a little high. (Original) Espaço agradável, com acesso a deficientes motores, atendimento excelente, comida com bom aspeto e saborosa. Sobremesas fantásticas. A qualidade geral satisfatório Preço um pouco elevado.

(Translated by Google) In the middle of the "Medieval Journey" it was very pleasant to find a place to have lunch without dust or noise, with a good selection and at an excellent price! Background music and the friendly staff completed the "bouquet". We went back for three days in a row. What else can I say? It is located in the heart of the medieval fair, near the Convento dos Loios, and serves set menus at lunchtime and à la carte at dinner. Great... (Original) Em plena "Viagem Medieval" foi muito agradável encontrar um espaço onde almoçar sem pó nem barulho, com uma boa oferta e a preço excelente! Música ambiente e a simpatia do staff completaram o "ramalhete". Repetimos por três dias seguidos. Que mais dizer? Fica em pleno coração da feira medieval, perto do Convento dos Loios, serve Menus à hora de almoço e à lista ao jantar. Óptimo...

(Translated by Google) Small letter. Delicious dishes. Abundant and well decorated. The staff a little poorly organized but a very calm atmosphere to enjoy the good dishes. (Original) Carta pequeña. Platos ricos. Abundates y bien decorados. El personal un poco mal.organizado pero un.ambiente muy tranquilo para disfrutar d elos platos buenos.

(Translated by Google) EXTRAORDINARILY slow. Both for serving the meal and even for serving the coffee. Avoid! We waited 45 minutes for the main course to be served. We were inside the restaurant for 2 hours. (Original) EXTRAORDINARIAMENTE demorado. Tanto para servirem a refeição como até para servirem os cafés. A evitar! Esperamos 45 minutos para servirem o prato principal. Estivemos 2 horas dentro do restaurante.

(Translated by Google) Highly recommended place with exquisite decoration. The menu is very rich and very well priced. The ticket is for a meal for 3 people. (Original) Muy recomendable local con decoración exquisita. El menú está muy rico y muy bien de precio. El ticket es de una comida de 3 personas

(Translated by Google) Everything is very delicious and reasonable prices. (Original) Muy rico todo y precios razonables.

We had incredibly attentive service with a very hands-on wine tasting experience. The food was incredible. Hats off to the chef. We can't wait to return.

Great restaurant! Fantastic food, service and place, nice to have a quiet meal and chat.

Great food and a wonderful and very complete wine list.

Very elegant and effortless service and great food 👌🏾top!

Very nice place with great atmosphere. Plus you get to charge you EV for free

Very good option. Great food

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