Vila de Frades – Vidigueira Clock Tower loop from Vidigueira

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Vidigueira

Vila de Frades – Vidigueira Clock Tower loop from Vidigueira

Moderate

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Vila de Frades – Vidigueira Clock Tower loop from Vidigueira

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18.4km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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335 m

Mendro Climb (Vidigueira)

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Trail and walk, an event that has been held for the 38th year.

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5.37 km

Hermitage of Saint Anthony of the Azores

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Ermida de Santo António dos Açores is a quaint chapel located in Vila de Frades, Portugal, known for its charming architecture and serene atmosphere. This historical site is dedicated to …

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11.5 km

The Roman Ruins of São Cucufate

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14.0 km

A typical winery in Vila de Frades where, according to the popular song:
"Vila de Frades no longer has abbots
But it has wineries that are like cathedrals
Their wines are brilliant
They are enough to make you want more..."

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14.1 km

Clock Tower

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Nestled in an urban area, surrounded by houses and situated practically between two streets, the Vila de Frades Clock Tower likely dates back to the 16th century, when it was originally built.

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14.3 km

País das Uvas Wine Cellar-Restaurant

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A typical restaurant with its main décor made from old clay jars, where Talha wine gains flavor and maturity.
In Vila de Frades, 1 km from Vidigueira, the Typical Restaurant …

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17.6 km

Vidigueira Castle and Public Garden

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Vasco da Gama, the Portuguese explorer, was appointed Count of Vidigueira by King Manuel I upon returning from his discovery of the sea route from Europe to India. The remains …

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18.1 km

Vidigueira Clock Tower

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Of the profane monuments in Vidigueira, the Torre do Relógio is one of the most interesting, not so much because of the tower itself, but whose construction date we ignore, …

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