Bridge over the Ceira River and hexagonal chapel to the south.

Category: Civil Architecture > Bridge

District: Coimbra > Góis > Góis > São Paulo

Location

, Vila de Góis, municipality of Góis, district of Coimbra

, Bridge crosses the Ceira River, chapel south of the bridge

History and Construction

, Bridge built in 1533 by order of King John III

, Bridge with three arches, the central one being the highest, resting on deep abutments

, Bridge repaved in 1868, with lateral walkways added

, Chapel of São Sebastião built in the 18th century, with a hexagonal plan

Cultural Significance

, Bridge and chapel classified as Properties of Public Interest

, Chapel dedicated to Saint Sebastian, protector against famine, plagues, and wars

Tourist Attractions

, Renaissance bridge with decorative details and historical structure

, Chapel with baroque architecture, interior with gilded wood carvings and figures of saints

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt