Friendly staff good prices overall. launderette very useful and good place to buy meat and fish. Easy parking too. No pharmacy as not allowed in portugal.

Your one stop 🛑 for all your grocery needs plus a nice place to meet a friend for a coffee ☕️ & pastries 🥮 full service take-out also 👍 Intermarche porsi brand well priced product line

Small supermarket with good variety. Looking for some Latin America products which did not find, but its a reliable supermarket. In gasoline they have one of the lowest prices

Made it possible for me to get PANADOS! Very friendly and kind. Highly recommended :)

Not impressed. Usually I like intermarche, but this one was not good for fruit and vegetables. The tomatoes were old and a lot of them were green. The carrots were dirty and not fresh. No guacamole. Not a good selection for vegetarians.

A regular grocery store, it has a good variety of foods, fresh and canned. It also has deli, to go, foods in the front right of the store.We have liked all the items we've tried in the deli section.

Midle of the road range supermarket. Well located close to the beaches and not crowded. Offers other services like shoe repair, key maker, hairdresser, florist, smoking shop,....

(Translated by Google) Nice place, friendly staff, good tasting (Original) Local agradável simpatia dos funcionários com boa degustação

(Translated by Google) The worst thing is the prices. Everything is well distributed and the important thing is that I have already seen it. (Original) Lo peor son los precios.Todo bien distribuido y lo importante que ya lo e visto

(Translated by Google) I'm not in the market right now (Original) Não estou no mercado agora

(Translated by Google) Kindness and quality (Original) Gentileza e qualidade

(Translated by Google) Good (Original) Bien

(Translated by Google) Good (Original) Bom

(Translated by Google) Its conservation is incredible, it is a visit that is worth it, not for the towels but for its streets and walls. (Original) Increible su conservación, es una visita que merece la pena, no por las toallas si no por sus calles y murallas.

(Translated by Google) Fabulous place! Very beautiful, ancient places! You find yourself in another world! I recommend! (Original) Сказочное место! Очень красиво, старинные места! Попадаешь в другой мир! Рекомендую!

Medium size church, open for visitors within the walls. Wonderful interior that is well kept

(Translated by Google) Baroque chapel, built in the year 1700, was administered by the brotherhood of N.ª Sr.ª do Carmo. For this reason, it was closely linked to the Valença Infantry Regiment, whose soldiers carried the image that can still be seen inside the chapel on campaign. (Original) Capela barroca, construída no ano de 1700, foi administrada pela irmandade de N.ª Sr.ª do Carmo. Ficou por este motivo intimamente ligada ao Regimento de Infantaria de Valença cujos soldados transportavam em campanha a imagem que ainda se vê no interior da capela.

(Translated by Google) A small chapel worth a visit out of curiosity, in a square with several shops and restaurants and near a parking lot leading to the fortress. Beautiful. (Original) Pequeña capilla para visitar por curiosidad, en una plaza con varias tiendas y restaurantes y cerca de un parking para acceder a la Fortaleza. Bonita.

(Translated by Google) Located inside the Valença do Minho fortress, in the square of the same name, this small chapel was built in the 17th century in the Baroque style with Rococo elements, the work of the military engineer Manuel Pinto de Vilalobos. Its interior is very simple, consisting of a rectangular nave, its only prominent element being a small image of Nossa Senhora do Carmo, patron saint of the historic Infantry Regiment No. 21, very active during the 19th century, which always accompanied said regiment, being transported in the backpack of one of its members when he left for a campaign. (Original) Localizada en el interior de la fortaleza de Valença do Minho, en la plaza del mismo nombre, esta pequeña capilla se construyó el siglo XVII en estilo barroco con elementos rococó, siendo obra del ingeniero militar Manuel Pinto de Vilalobos. Su interior es muy simple, constando de una nave rectangular, siendo su único elemento destacado una pequeña imagen de Nossa Senhora do Carmo, patrona del histórico Regimiento de Infantería nº 21, muy activo durante el siglo XIX, que siempre acompañaba a dicho regimiento, siendo transportada en la mochila de uno de sus integrantes cuando aquél partía para alguna campaña.

(Translated by Google) No interest at all. Nothing noteworthy. (Original) Sin ningún tipo de interés. No hay nada reseñable.

(Translated by Google) In the fortress of Valença there is a very interesting baroque chapel with elements of rococo style. In front of it is a majestic statue and a small "square". The chapel is freely accessible to visitors. I definitely recommend a visit. The place is very peaceful, you will gain strength for the next journey here. (Original) V pevnosti ve Valença se nachází velice zajímavá barokní kaple s prvky rokokového stylu. Před ní se nachází majestátní socha a malé „náměstíčko“. Kaple je volně přístupná návštěvníkům. Rozhodně doporučuji návštěvu. Místo je velmi klidné, načerpáte zde sílu na další cestu.

(Translated by Google) Baroque-style church built on a rectangular plan without a transept. The altar is surrounded by three richly decorated altarpieces, two of which are in the forechoir. An external side staircase likely provides access to the upper part of the narthex. The church faces the square where the statue of Sao Teotonio is located. (Original) Eglise de style baroque construite sur un plan rectangulaire sans transept. L'autel est entouré de 3 retables richement décorés dont 2 dans l'avant chœur. Un escalier latéral extérieur donne vraisemblablement accès à la partie supérieure du narthex. L'église fait face à la place où se trouve la statue de Sao Teotonio.

Nice place and lots of history in a beautiful place

(Translated by Google) The sculpture is the work of Vasco Pereira da Conceição, made in 1966, in honor of Saint Teotónio, born in 1082 in the parish of Ganfei, near Valença. Prior of the cathedral chapter of Viseu, Saint Teotónio was one of the founders of Santa Cruz de Coimbra, in 1131, and its first prior. He died in 1162, and was canonized the following year, becoming the first Portuguese saint. In the work he appears – anachronistically – with a miter and crosier, symbols of the episcopate, which the priors of Santa Cruz managed to wear, by papal privilege, decades after his death. Pereira has placed in his right hand a starry globe, an exclusive attribute of the saint, which refers to a miraculous phenomenon that occurred in Coimbra the day before his death, when a large, glowing globe with stars descended on the cloister of Santa Cruz. thus miraculously announcing the death of Theotonius. (Original) La escultura es obra de Vasco Pereira da Conceição, realizada en 1966, en honor de san Teotónio, nacido en 1082 en la parroquia de Ganfei, próxima a Valença. Prior del cabildo catedralicio de Viseu, san Teotónio fue uno de los fundadores de Santa Cruz de Coímbra, en 1131, y su primer prior. Fallecido en 1162, fue canonizado al año siguiente, siendo el primer santo portugués. En la obra aparece –anacrónicamente– con mitra y báculo, símbolos del episcopado, que los priores de Santa Cruz lograron llevar, por privilegio pontificio, décadas después de su muerte. Pereira ha puesto en la mano derecha un globo estrellado, atributo exclusivo del santo, que hace referencia a un fenómeno milagroso acaecido en Coímbra el día anterior a su muerte, cuando un gran globo con estrellas, refulgente, habría descendido sobre el claustro de Santa Cruz anunciando así milagrosamente el fallecimiento de Teotonio.

(Translated by Google) It is located in front of the Capela do Bom Jesus and represents Saint Theotonius, a Portuguese religious from the 11th and 12th centuries, who founded the Order of Canons Regular of the Holy Cross, being the first Portuguese saint to be canonized, this fact being due to part to the help he provided to a group of a thousand men, women and children who had been captured in Andalusia by Alfonso I of Portugal. The statue is a contemporary work, from the 20th century. (Original) Se encuentra situada delante de la Capela do Bom Jesus y representa a San Teotonio, religioso portugués de los siglos XI y XII, que fundó la Orden de Canónigos Regulares de la Santa Cruz, siendo el primer santo portugués en ser canonizado, debiéndose este hecho en parte a la ayuda que prestó a un grupo de mil hombres, mujeres y niños que habían sido capturados en Andalucía por Alfonso I de Portugal. La estatua es una obra contemporánea, del siglo XX.

(Translated by Google) Statue of San Teotonio, first Portuguese saint (1082-1162). Theotonius of Coimbra (Tartinhade, Ganfei, 1082 - Coimbra, 1162) was a Portuguese religious, prior of Viseu and founder of the Order of Canons Regular of the Holy Cross. He is venerated as a saint by various Christian confessions. There are versions in which it is said that he was a native of Valença do minho and others from Tuy in Pontevedra (if this were true he would be a Galician saint). He was canonized a year after his death by Pope Alexander (Original) Estatua de San Teotonio, primer santo portugués (1082-1162). Teotonio de Coimbra (Tartinhade, Ganfei, 1082 - Coimbra, 1162) fue un religioso portugués, prior de Viseu y fundador de la Orden de Canónigos Regulares de la Santa Cruz. Es venerado como santo por diversas confesiones cristianas. Hay versiones en las que se dice que era natural de Valença do minho y otras de Tuy en Pontevedra (si esto fuera verdad sería un santo gallego). Fue canonizado un año después de su muerte por el papa Alejandro

(Translated by Google) Baker of the city of Valença, where he was born in 1082. A graduate in theology and philosophy, he was prior of the See of Viseu. He was canonized in 1163 by Pope Alexander III, thus becoming the first Portuguese saint. (Original) Padoeiro da cidade de Valença onde nasceu em 1082. Formado em teologia e filosofia, foi prior da Sé de Viseu. Foi canonizado no ano de 1163 pelo Papa Alexandre III, tornando-se assim o primeiro santo português.

(Translated by Google) Plaza inside the Valença fortification, a place with a lot of history. There are many shops and restaurants to eat. A very nice place to visit. (Original) Plaza dentro de la fortificación de Valença, un lugar con mucha historia. Hay muchas tiendas y restaurantes para comer. Un lugar muy bonito para visitar.

(Translated by Google) The house bacalo is very good, you eat it outside in the square, go early because it fills up even though it is big. Be careful with the appetizers, if you eat them you will pay and so will the bread. (Original) Esta muy bueno el bacalo de la casa, se come fuera en la plaza, ir pronto porque se llena aunque es grande. Tener cuidado con los aperitivos q si os lo comeis se pagan y el pan tambien

(Translated by Google) Small museum but with many things: helmets, medals, representations, models, vehicles and old cars... If it were a little cheaper it would be better, but firefighters are volunteers, it's normal. (Original) Museo pequeño pero con muchas cosas: cascos, medallas, representaciones, maquetas, vehículos y carros antiguos... Si fuera un poco más barato estaría mejor, pero los bomberos si son voluntarios, es normal.

(Translated by Google) Many miniatures of vehicles in general and a lot of fire helmets. Free admission. Very appropriate for children. (Original) Muchísimas miniaturas de vehículos en general y un montón de cascos de bomberos. Entrada gratuita. Muy apropiado para niños.

(Translated by Google) To get out of the shopping hubbub of Valença, I recommend a visit to this peculiar museum. Spread over three floors you can see a collection of fire extinguishers, manual pumps, helmets of various origins, insignia, shields, suits, etc... The most impressive piece is the expressed fire truck on the ground floor: it is beautiful, it looks like a toy but in a big way. The museum is free to enter, if you want at the exit you can make a voluntary donation. (Original) Para salir del barullo de compras de Valença te recomiendo una visita a este peculiar museo. Repartidas en tres plantas puedes ver una colección de extintores, bombas de impulsión manual, cascos de diversas procedencias, insignias, escudos, trajes, etc... La pieza más impresionante es el camión de bomberos expresó en la planta baja: es precioso, parece un juguete pero en grande. El museo es de acceso gratuito, si quieres a la salida puedes depositar un donativo voluntario.

(Translated by Google) The museum is not very big, but it is beautiful, with a lot of history about the evolution of the area. They have a collection of helmets and beautiful model cars. I loved it. It is free and worth a visit. (Original) Museu que não é muito grande, mas é lindo, com muita história do que foi a evolução na área. Têm uma coleção de capacetes e miniaturas de carros lindas. Adorei. É gratuita, vale a pena visitar.

(Translated by Google) It's not very big but it is interesting. Ideal if you go with children as it has a large collection of strollers. Very good collection of fire helmets. (Original) No es muy grande pero si interesante. Ideal si vas con niños pues tiene una gran colección de cochecitos. Muy buena la colección de cascos de bomberos.

(Translated by Google) Excellent, charming and free museum on the history of the volunteer firefighters of Valença, highly recommended to visit. Many thanks to its creators for this gem-museum. (Original) Excelente Museo coqueto y gratuíto sobre la historia de los bomberos voluntarios de Valença, muy recomendable visitarlo. Muchos agradecimientos por esta joya-museo a sus creadores.

(Translated by Google) It has a permanent exhibition of objects and fire vehicles and sometimes various temporary exhibitions. (Original) Cuenta con exposición permanente de objetos y vehículos de bomberos y a veces exposiciones temporales diversas.

I wanted to visit but the lady at the entrance was so rude asking us to take off our hats (is this a catholic church btw?) that it putted me off from entering

Closed don’t waste your time.

Rude staff! The lady in charge in the lobby was a bit brutal, she pretended to give to the visitors a technical lesson about how to wear the mask, although she did not know herself how to wear it properly. She behaved like a bad primary school teacher. And, shockingly, she TOUCHED her own mask with both hands, which is strictly not recommended, for obvious health and safety reasons! This authoritarian behaviour spoiled a little bit the visit.

Trivial exhibition. Free entrance.

(Translated by Google) A small, three-story building with replica cannons and models about the wars and the history of the Fortress. It's free. A curiosity. (Original) Pequeño edificio de tres plantas con réplicas de cañones y maquetas sobre las guerras y la historia de la Fortaleza. Es gratuita. Una curiosidad

(Translated by Google) This is a small museum, but with very interesting content. Inside, we can see various models of the French capture of the city, pieces of armor, méngales, and morning stars. On the ground floor, a small sample of royal chariots with unique characteristics is on display. On the first floor, there are several areas of interest dedicated to different periods and historical stages. The visit and examination are very brief, so we can enjoy it in a short time. Very interesting!!! (Original) Se trata de un museo de dimensiones pequeñas pero con un contenido muy interesante. En su interior podremos ver diferentes maquetas de la toma de la ciudad por los franceses, piezas de armaduras, ménguales y estrellas del alba. En la planta baja queda expuesto una pequeña muestras de carros reales que presentan particularidades. En la planta primera habrá varias zonas o áreas de interés dedicada a diferentes épocas y etapas históricas. Su visita y examen es realmente breve por lo que podemos disfrutar de esta visita en poco tiempo. Muy interesante !!!

(Translated by Google) The very negative review is due solely to the antipathy of the person in charge. All interactions were negative. The space is interesting. Given that there are so many complaints about the employee in question, how do those in charge allow the situation to persist and allow a single person to leave such a negative impression? (Original) A crítica muito negativa deve-se exclusivamente à antipatia da pessoa responsável. Todas as interações foram negativas. O espaço é interessante. Uma vez que há tantas queixas sobre a referida funcionária, como é que os responsáveis permitem que a situação se mantenha e que uma única pessoa deixe uma imagem tão negativa?

Really nice place for a simple, delicious meal. I enjoyed it.

The Fortaleza of Valença pretty much closes in the evening and this is one of the few places open. Luckily the staff were friendly and happy for us to.have a few snacks rather than a full meal. Good music if a bit loud at times. The manager kept coming out to turn it down. Samosas and cod croquettes both tasty as was the seafood soup and the corn bread was incredibly moreish. If there's only one place open, I'm glad it's this one.

amaziiiiing!! great food and people, for sure eat here if you are around

Loved my meals here (had never tried bacalhau à Brás with maçã before) and staff are amazing. Great patio as well.

Food was good, the shellfish soup was amazing, service was good. Overall a nice experience

Wonderful staff....friendly and attentive. Good food. 👍

Schmacked

Last weekend we were looking for a place to eat inside the Fortaleza but to be quite honest the prices were quite steep so I decided to look outside the Fortress which by luck we found Rocha Grill Restaurant. It's only about 8 - 10 minutes walk depending on how hungry you are XD The prices are more or less okay well at least much cheaper than inside the Fortress but the portions I must say are quite generous so you won't leave hungry. Y fauna number crackly de Ivon heart bigger o vegetal in food but only if you reserve before. You can park outside the restaurant or on the streets close to it. The staff were very polite and attempt to make sure that the food was to our liking. As always if I were to complain about something would be about the small plates with Brad's and olives and cheese which they charge you even though you didn't ask for them but in their defense all the restaurants in Portugal do that which I'm not a big fan of other than that it's a great place to eat and the guy who attended us was very funny we had a great laugh so big thumbs up for me👍

Pretty good food. They let us in even though there was a power outage in the city. Very nice people.

Very good dinner, great value and great service, I’ve been here twice in the last few months and will be coming back. Half a bottle of good red, grilled chicken with chips, salad and rice, and cheese, meat and bread board to start. £21 GBP

Great place for lunch.

The brazilian churrasco was good and the cod fish. Only the rice was a bit off. The single portions are enough and bring a bug apetite. Overall the total experience was nice.

The food was excellent. I had the goat with rice and roasted Potatoes. This was a Sunday meal. My husband had the BBQ chicken. I highly recomend for portuguese home cooking 😊 service was quick and very friendly.

The grilled chicken was very dry. I have actually ordered a tourist menu with a grilled fish, but after I have finished the soup the waiter said that there's no fish today, so I needed to order a meat...

Fantastic food. Pre-order the lamb, it is delicious. Great service too.

I've wanted to eat here for a long time because the vibe and food always looked nice as we passed by. On Sunday, my husband, friend, and I came for lunch and had a lovely lunch. My husband had the goat, which he enjoyed thoroughly. My friend and I both had the solomillo steak, served with grelos and potatoes. My steak had a stringy texture but sill tasted good, both steaks tasted good and we enjoyed the food and wine very much. Until a few hours later, when both my friend and I were struck down with food poisoning. As we had had no other food before lunch, it could only have come from the food we ate there, and since my husband was unaffected, I strongly suspect the steaks were the culprit. Such a shame to have such a horrible end to a good lunch. The service was very good and loved the setting on the fort walls. The kitchen let the team down, though.

The servings of grilled cod are big and tasty but the service is too slow. We found it too expensive. Liquor shots at 6.50 € each!! Total bill for five people people: 142€. When we asked the waiter to check if everything was correct, he apologised, took a pen and rewrote a new price, applying a discount which sounded "strange" as it sounded the explanation in which he recognized that it eas too expensive...

Best Restaurant in Valença. Great local food, super tasty. It is a bit expensive but it's worth it. The terrace outside is great to have lunch with great atmosphere. Staff is super friendly!Highly recommend it!

Fantastic oven roasted lamb with delicious potatoes, cabbage and rice! Delicious!

Very big dishes. Medium size dish is for 2 people.

Great food with a view.

Richard an excellent welcoming host, staff all friendly and helpful. We had the seafood risotto which was delicious- apart from what looked like crab sticks? Portions very generous indeed Would recommend

This place is a wonderful treat for pilgrims and a great value. Ricardo and his family took care of our group of nine, providing great service, excellent food, and a memorable evening.

This is a fantastic restaurant. We had dinner there just by chance but local people consider this as one of the best restaurants in the area. The menu peregrino is a bargain at 20 euros for soup, main dish (only 2 choices, but the rice with seafood is a feast), dessert and a drink, which includes house wine, a bottle if you have 2 menus. I could not recommend more this place.

Delicious meal and great experience. Service was prompt and helpful. Loved the environment which was a mix of old and new world. We had the pilgrim meal for 20 euro which included bread, a main, wine and desert - all were good. Overall, a good value. I’d highly recommend Fatum.

This place is amazing, I can’t remember having ever had better service than we got here. The owner’s cook and serve and they know what they are doing. Here you will find both very traditional food from Portugal, and not as traditional. Ask for advice and they will offer it, and can even show you pictures of the food if you are unsure. Huge portions, great prices, amazing taste. And you will be dining inside the fortress in a beautiful setting. Can’t recommend enough.

Had pilgrim meal for two, starter was comfort and dessert was brilliant. The host assured us he will take care of it, and indeed he did. Added a bottle of wine to ease the day. Host was very friendly and made the overall experience memorable.

The food was amazing. The hosts Carla and Richard were incredibly attentive and friendly. It is a gem of a restaurant in a wonderful 10th century setting. Highly recommend

The ruins of the Sanfins monastery have a very rustic and authentic atmosphere. A visit to this quiet place is highly recommended if you are visiting the region.

(Translated by Google) A fantastic place, full of history and stories... It is worth a visit to appreciate the monument, the surrounding areas and, above all, to feel the calm and peace that was experienced in this monastery! (Original) Local fantástico, cheio de história e estória... Merece visita para apreciar o monumento, espaços envolventes e sobretudo sentir a calma e paz que se vivia neste mosteiro!

(Translated by Google) It is beautiful, I think they are restoring it because there were people removing weeds, do not miss any corner and the chapel at the top has a spectacular viewpoint, there are also several hiking routes around the monastery, we have already gone twice and we will return, I hope they provide a guide to explain the ins and outs of the monastery (Original) Es precioso, creo que lo están restaurando pues había personas quitando maleza, no perderse ningún rincón y la capilla de lo alto tiene un mirador espectacular, también hay varias rutas de senderismo en torno al monasterio,ya fuimos dos veces y volveremos,espero que pongan guía para explicar los entresijos del monasterio

(Translated by Google) Incredible place, with a lot of charm and history. One enters the ruins of the monastery and enters the era. Incredible views and the chapel that is 300 meters at the top of the monastery is beautiful. Highly recommended visit for those who like this (Original) Sitio increíble, con mucho encanto e historia. Uno se adentra en las ruinas del monasterio y entra en la época. Increíbles vistas y la capilla que está a 300 metros en la cima del monasterio es Preciosa. Visita muy recomendable para quien le guste esto

(Translated by Google) Spectacular 12th century Romanesque monastery hidden among the centuries-old trees of a native forest in the middle of a hillside. It is in ruins, but the height of the wall alone is surprising and makes clear the importance it must have had in its times of splendor in the past. The church is in good condition, although it is empty inside. The rest of the complex is in a state of abandonment, but you can tour all the rooms and get an idea of ​​what it was like. It is worth a visit, it will not leave you indifferent. If you go by car or motorcycle you can park very close to the door. The day I was there, a Saturday morning in December, there was no one there. (Original) Espectacular monasterio románico del siglo XII escondido entre los árboles centenarios de un bosque autóctono en el medio de una ladera. Se encuentra en ruinas, pero solo la altura de la muralla ya sorprende y deja clara la importancia que debió tener en sus tiempos de esplendor en el pasado. La iglesia se encuentra en buen estado, aunque está vacía en su interior. El resto del complejo se encuentra en estado de abandono, pero se pueden recorrer todas las estancias y permite hacerse una idea de lo que fue. Merece la pena una visita, no te dejará indiferente. Si vas en coche o en moto se puede aparcar muy cerca de la puerta. El día que yo estuve, un sábado por la mañana en diciembre, no había nadie.

(Translated by Google) Discovered by chance... We were pleasantly surprised by the beauty of this place. An interpretation center was inaugurated in April 2025. You're greeted by Jacinta, a lovely person who will explain everything to you if you'd like. There are microscopes available where you can see lots of things, which is great for children. There are also outdoor tables available for picnics. We'll definitely be back 😉🙂👍. (Original) Découvert par hasard... Nous avons été agréablement surpris par la beauté de ce lieu. Un centre d'interprétation a été inauguré en avril 2025. Vous êtes accueilli par Jacinta, un amour de personne qui vous explique tout si vous le désirez. Il y a disposition des microscopes où l'on peut voir plein de choses c'est sympa pour les enfants. A disposition aussi des tables à l'extérieur pour faire des pics-nics. C'est sûre, on y retourne 😉🙂👍.

(Translated by Google) Brilliant monastery ruins, we were completely alone here and were able to look at everything in peace, but be careful, Google Maps sent us along very strange forest paths that you can only drive on with a 4x4 SUV, no chance with a motorhome. (Original) Geniale Klosterruine, wir waren vollkommen alleine hier und konnten alles in Ruhe anschauen, aber Vorsicht Google Maps hat uns über sehr merkwürdig Waldwege geschickt die man nur mit einem 4x4 SUV befahren kann, mit einem Wohnmobil keine Chance.

Great piece of roman history.

Delicious.. clean ...

(Translated by Google) Built by Emperor Claudius in the 1st century AD, it marks the distance between Braga and Tui. Over time it served as a pillory. Milestones marked the Roman roads along which they were placed, indicating the distance between them... (Original) Construído pelo Imperador Cláudio, no século I DC, marca as distância de Braga a Tui. Ao longo do tempo serviu como pelourinho. Os marcos miliários marcavam os caminhos romanos das quais eram colocados, indicando a distância entre si...

(Translated by Google) The milestone is a large stone column that served as a milestone or milestone on ancient Roman roads and marked the distances in Roman miles from one town to another. This milestone marked the Roman road IX Antonina that linked the cities of Braga (Bracara Augusta) with Lugo (Lucus Augusti) and specifically marks the number of miles between Braga and Tuy, 42 miles (about 62 kilometers). The milestone is from the middle of the 1st century and belongs to the time of Emperor Tiberius Claudius. In it you can read an inscription in Latin with the full name of Emperor Claudius and the titles he held of Emperor and Pontiff Maximus. This milestone was moved to Valença from its original location in 1680, just 12 years after the end of the Restoration War that pitted Portugal and Spain from 1640 to 1668. For years the milestone served as a pillory for ridicule and punishment of prisoners and criminals. A column with enormous historical value. (Original) El miliario es una columna de piedra de gran tamaño que servía de mojón o hito en las antiguas carreteras romanas y que marcaban las distancias en millas romanas de una población a otra. Este miliario marcaba la vía romana IX Antonina que unía las ciudades de Braga (Bracara Augusta) con Lugo (Lucus Augusti) y en concreto marca el número de millas que hay entre Braga y Tuy, 42 millas (unos 62 kilómetros). El miliario es de mediados del siglo I y pertenece a la época del emperador Tiberio Claudio. En ella se puede leer una inscripción en latín con el nombre completo del emperador Claudio y los títulos que ostentaba de Emperador y Pontífice Máximo. Este miliario fue trasladado a Valença desde su ubicación original en el año 1680, apenas 12 años después del final de la Guerra de Restauración que enfrentó a Portugal y España desde 1640 hasta 1668. Durante años el miliario sirvió de picota para escarnio y castigo de reos y delincuentes. Una columna con un enorme valor histórico.

(Translated by Google) Inside the fortress and in the area of ​​the museums and churches, you will find this Roman milestone frame from the 1st century A.D. Hidden with the cruzeiro but with its history. (Original) Dentro de la fortaleza y en la zona de los museos e iglesias, se encuentra este marco miliario romano del siglo 1 D.E.C Oculto con el cruceiro pero con su historia.

(Translated by Google) The milestone comes from the place of Arinhos, next to the Miño, and was transferred to Valença at the end of the 17th century to be used as a pelourinho (pillory). It marked the distance to Braga – 42 miles – on Vía XIX, which linked it to Astorga passing through Tui, Iria and Lugo. The inscription also mentions the emperor Claudius, who restored this road, as well as the date it was erected, the year 43 AD. (Original) El miliario procede del lugar de Arinhos, junto al Miño, y fue trasladado a Valença a finales del XVII para ser usado como pelourinho (picota). Marcaba la distancia a Braga –42 millas– en la Vía XIX, que la unía a Astorga pasando por Tui, Iria y Lugo. La inscripción menciona también al emperador Claudio, quien restauró esta vía, así como la fecha en que fue erigido, el año 43 de nuestra era.

(Translated by Google) This interesting milestone is located in front of the Santo Estevão church, and dates back to the year 43, during the time of Emperor Claudius. It measures just over two meters high and 54 centimeters in diameter, with a Latin inscription that refers to the emperor. It marks the distance of 42 miles (between 62 and 70 kilometers, depending on the conversion criteria we apply) that separates the cities of Braga and Tui. In 1680 he moved to Valença, settling in this place, being used as a pelourinho, or pillory, where the condemned were mocked or executed. (Original) Este interesante miliario se encuentra situado ante la iglesia de Santo Estevão, y data del año 43, en época del emperador Claudio. Mide poco más de dos metros de altura y 54 centímetros de diámetro, con una inscripción en latín que hace referencia al emperador. Marca la distancia de 42 millas (entre 62 y 70 kilómetros, dependiendo del criterio de conversión que apliquemos) que separan las ciudades de Braga y Tui. En 1680 se trasladó a Valença, colocándose en este lugar, siendo utilizado como pelourinho, o picota, donde se escarnecía o se ajusticiaba a los condenados.

Worth a quick visit to this small church and to see the impressive alter.

Not believer. But once I entered in this church and an old man treated us as well as I almost believed God came down to try to teach me something. A Portuguese old man badspeaking spanish (THANKS I dont undertand you languaje and I`m in your land)... sometimes we can recover some faith.

Very cool

(Translated by Google) This church dates back to the second half of the 13th century. It is an extraordinary monument that represents the life of Saint Stephen. This church is part of the historic centre of Valença. It is a Romanesque temple with neoclassical reconstruction. It consists of three naves and a rectangular chancel. It is one of the main churches in Valença due to its size. (Original) É uma igreja da segunda metade do séc XIII. Extraordinário nonumento que representa a vida de Santo Estevão. Esta igreja pertence ao centro histórico de Valença. Templo românico com reconstrução neoclássica. É composta por três naves e capela-mor rectangulares. É uma das principais igrejas de Valença pela sua dimensão.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful, of great historical value, located in the majestic fortress of Valença. A place to visit on the Camino de Santiago, or if you go to the fortress itself. Religious, neoclassical architecture. Neoclassical church with a longitudinal plan, with 3 naves. The Collegiate Church of Santo Estêvão de Valença had its headquarters here, as well as the Bishopric of Ceuta. From that time it is possible to see the bishop's chair, in the Gothic-Mudejar style, as well as the chairs and paintings of the life of Saint Estevão. The temple still preserves the only existing painting in Portugal of the Virgin breastfeeding the child who escaped from the Inquisition (Original) Hermosa, de gran valor histórico, situada en la majestuosa fortaleza de Valença. Un sitio a conocer en el camino de Santiago, o si vas a la fortaleza mismo. Arquitectura religiosa, neoclásica. Iglesia neoclásica de planta longitudinal, con 3 naves. Aquí tuvo su sede la Colegiata de Santo Estêvão de Valença, así como el Obispado de Ceuta. De esa época es posible apreciar la silla del obispo, de estilo gótico-mudéjar, así como las sillas y pinturas de la vida de San Estevão. El templo aún conserva la única pintura existente en Portugal de la Virgen amamantando al niño que escapó de la Inquisición

(Translated by Google) It is a neoclassical church with a longitudinal floor plan, three naves and three bays separated by strong quadrangular pillars. The main façade is characterized by its clear verticality, with tall naves. (Original) Se trata de un templo de estilo neoclásico y de planta longitudinal, de 3 naves y 3 tramos separados por fuertes pilares cuadrangulares. La fachada principal se caracteriza por su nítida verticalidad, con naves de gran altura

(Translated by Google) Such a simple neoclassical façade hides incredible secrets. It's right in the heart of the Fortress and is the main temple of the complex. Although it was rebuilt in the 18th century, its origins are much older (medieval, 13th century), and this gives it an air of historical weight that is evident as soon as you walk through the door. The great gem and curiosity: Inside the church is a very particular painting, known as the Virgin of Milk (Nossa Senhora do Leite), which depicts the Virgin Mary breastfeeding the Child Jesus. Why is it special? It's the only painting of its kind in all of Portugal that survived the Inquisition! Just to see this unique piece is worth the visit. Also, take a look at the Episcopal Chair, a 15th-century chair in a beautiful Gothic-Mudejar style, and the panels that narrate the life of Saint Stephen. My quick tip: Take a break from shopping, step inside, and enjoy the peace and stories within its walls. It's a perfect contrast to the comings and goings of outsiders. (Original) Fachada neoclásica tan simple, esconde secretos increíbles. Está justo en el corazón de la Fortaleza, y es el templo principal del recinto. Aunque se reconstruyó en el siglo XVIII, su origen es mucho más antiguo (medieval, siglo XIII), y eso le da un aire de peso histórico que se nota al cruzar la puerta. La gran joya y curiosidad: Dentro de la iglesia se conserva un cuadro muy particular, conocido como la Virgen del Leche (Nossa Senhora do Leite), que representa a la Virgen María amamantando al Niño Jesús. ¿Por qué es especial? ¡Es la única pintura de este tipo que se salvó de la Inquisición en todo Portugal! Solo por ver esa pieza única, ya vale la pena la visita. Además, fíjate en la Cátedra Episcopal, una silla del siglo XV con un hermoso estilo gótico-mudéjar, y en los paneles que narran la vida de San Esteban. Mi consejo rápido: Tómate un respiro de las compras, entra, y disfruta de la paz y de las historias que guardan sus muros. Es un contraste perfecto con el ir y venir de gente de fuera.

The Igreja (Church) of St Maria is beautiful inside. Donations are accepted. I thought the image of the Virgin Mary was very interesting because it has six swords going into her, which is very unusual. I could not find any information about it though.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful restored church, inside it has a fence with many notes, padlocks... from the pilgrims who pass by there (Original) Bonita iglesia restaurada, dentro tiene una verja con muchas notas, candados... de los peregrinos que pasan por allí

(Translated by Google) One of the best panoramic views I've ever seen (and it wasn't the best day), it's worth climbing the narrow staircase at the end of the tower. (Original) Uma das melhores vistas panorâmicas que já vi (e o dia não estava dos mais bonitos), vale a pena a subida pela escadaria estreita no fim da torre.

(Translated by Google) A small, very simple church without the usual pews for the faithful. Conservation and restoration work is underway on the triumphal arch's pelmet, which I would like to admire once completed. (Original) Igreja pequena, muito singela e sem os habituais bancos para os fiéis. Está em curso a conservação e restauro do sanefão do arco triunfal que gostaria de admirar depois de concluído.

(Translated by Google) The church of St Maria dos Anjos, located in the historic center of the ancient fortress of Valença, was built in the 13th century on the site where an older church stood. It is characterized by a single nave with Romanesque elements and other styles such as baroque or neoclassical, due to some revisitations over the course of several centuries. The place of worship is certainly worth a visit. (Original) La chiesa di St Maria dos Anjos, situata nel centro storico dell'antica fortezza di Valença, è stata realizzata nel XIII secolo sul sito in cui sorgeva una chiesa più antica. Si caratterizza per un'unica navata con elementi romanici ed altri stili come il barocco o il neoclassico, a causa di alcune rivisitazioni nel corso di diversi secoli. Il luogo di culto merita senz'altro una visita.

(Translated by Google) Church that is currently under reconstruction and looks somewhat damaged on the outside but is surprising on the inside. Very pretty and big. Access is free although they ask you for alms for the renovation. It has a virgin Mary Help of Christians and a Miraculous Virgin. (Original) Iglesia que está actualmente en reconstrucción y se ve algo estropeada por fuera pero sorprende por dentro. Muy bonita y grande. El acceso es gratuito aunque te piden limosna para la reforma. Tiene una virgen María Auxiliadora y una Milagrosa.

(Translated by Google) Romanesque church built in the second half of the 13th century and consecrated in 1276 located within the old town of the Valença fortress On the outside it is apparently simple, but when you walk through the door it surprises you. The floor is made of wood delimited by granite guides, as is its interior. The ceiling is also made of wood. At this time, fortunately, it is being restored, but in any case it is open to the public. I recommend visiting on the Camino de Santiago and to soak up more in the cultural history of Valença. (Original) Iglesia Románica construida en la segunda mitad del siglo XIII y consagrada en 1276 situada dentro del casco antiguo de la fortaleza de Valença Por fuera es aparentemente sencilla, pero al cruzar la puerta sorprende . El suelo es de madera delimitado por guías en granito al igual que su interior. El techo también es de madera. En éstos momentos afortunadamente se encuentra en restauración, pero de todas formas está abierta al público. Recomiendo visitar en el Camino de Santiago y para empaparse más en la historia cultural de Valença.

Ate chicken and ribs here with my family. The service was friendly and quite fast. When asking for a desert, go look for the home made pastry, don't use the menu card. By the way, they also serve ketchup and mayonaise 😁

Cosy place , delicious food and generous portions, very fair prices. Had octopus it was 😋

This place is big and if you eat dinner early it can feel a bit cavernous and empty. However, the staff are absolutely lovely, the food was very good and it was great value.

My family and I dined at this resturant, enjoying dishes of chicken and ribs. We found the service to be notably amiable and efficient. For dessert selections, I recommend seeking out their homemade pastries rather than relying solely on the menu. It's worth noting that condiments such as ketchup and mayonnaise are also available.

Very good cod of Solar but watch out for the ham they put on top if you don't eat meat. Nevertheless, the cod is very expensive (35 euros for 2 ppl). Chocolate mousse was Excellent! But the top part of the restaurant was very full.

Very nice and attentive service. All employees were very efficient, nice and friendly. Food was good, well presented and in big portions. Also has dishes for vegetarians.

Massive portions, no vegetarian options. The codfish was drowned in mayonnaise and ham. Food did not taste good. Lots of oil and fat.

If you are going there for ( o prato do dia), It is good, but we went on Sunday ordered our food. Took awhile when it arrived tasted like it was reheated not fresh. Very disappointed.

This restaurant pushes what they call their daily specials for quick service... I had the lamb .. overcooked.. booked potatoes made the entire dish soggy ... other dish was shy on bacalhau.. nephew's steak was a Prego no prato.... tough tough meat .... Will wait a long time prior to going back

Local eatery with friendly waiter who speaks no English. Casual dining of local food at extremely low prices. You won't leave hungry...or sober!

Always great food and service...prices are a bit high but he's a great chef

Food and service fantastic + reasonable price = I will definitely coming back♥️

Meal of the day was both tasty and a great value at 6.50.

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