Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Coimbra > Góis > Cerdeira
The Cerdeira Chapel is located in the small village that shares its name, Cerdeira, in the municipality of Góis. It is immersed in a genuinely rural landscape, characteristic of the mountainous region, with the village houses spreading organically across the hillsides. This setting offers a sense of tranquil isolation, typical of mountain villages, where the surrounding nature manifests in its fullness and the pace of life invites calmness.
As is common in many village chapels, the Cerdeira Chapel features an architecture of simple and unadorned lines. Its construction reflects functionality and the use of materials that harmoniously integrated into the landscape and traditional housing. Although modest in its dimensions, the chapel is an example of the dedication of local communities who, over time, built and preserved these small temples, making them points of reference and gathering in village life.
A visit to the Cerdeira Chapel offers a moment of serenity and introspection. Due to its position in the village and its very nature, the place invites quietude, ideal for those seeking refuge from the hustle and bustle of daily life. It is a symbol of the cultural and religious heritage of the Cerdeira community, a space that, despite its simplicity, holds stories and traditions. It represents a privileged vantage point on the tranquil life of the village and how these buildings remain anchors for its people.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.110970046266246,-8.110948307779971
Coordinates DMS: 40°06'39.5"N 08°06'39.4"W
Weather Cerdeira
On-duty Pharmacy Cerdeira
