Castro de Monte Padrão
Map
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Gallery
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Facts and practical information
The Castro do Monte Padrão or former Castro do Monte Córdova is constituted by vestiges of a fortified settlement that is located in one of the highest points of Monte Padrão, approximately 7 km southeast of Santo Tirso, in the parish of Monte Córdova. It is implanted in a spur over the Leça river. It was founded in the 9th century BC and remained populated until the Middle Ages. It is classified by the IPPAR as a National Monument by the Decree of June 16, 1910, and by Decree 38 491 of November 6, 1951.
Day trips
Castro de Monte Padrão – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Lagoncinha Bridge, Igreja de São Pedro de Ferreira, Igreja de São Pedro de Roriz, Mosteiro de São Bento.