Chapel in the Place of Santo André / Chapel of Santo André in Almofala / Chapel of Santo André das Arribas

Category: Religious Architecture > Chapel

District: Guarda > Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo > Almofala > Santo André

Location

It is located near Almofala, in the parish of Almofala and Escarigo, belonging to the Municipality of Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo.

Local Festivities

It is the central location for the Almofala festivities, including the simultaneous celebration of the feast of Santa Eufémia.

Annual Event

The festivities take place annually during one of the first weekends of August.

Panoramic Location

It is situated on the banks of the Águeda River, on the border with Spain, integrated into the Douro International Park.

Biodiversity

It offers opportunities to observe various species of flora and fauna characteristic of the region.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capela_no_Lugar_de_Santo_André

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