São Lázaro Bridge

Category: Civil Architecture > Bridge

District: Porto > Valongo > Alfena > Costa

Location

Over the Leça River, in the São Lázaro area, in Alfena, Valongo.

Ancient History

Medieval construction that was part of an old road between Porto and Guimarães. It is likely that it was built on a previous Roman structure.

Characteristics

Composed of two stone arches of different sizes, with a slightly raised stone path and granite sides. On the floor, traces of ancient traffic can still be observed.

Protected Heritage

Classified as a Property of Municipal Interest since 1977, due to its historical and architectural value.

Restoration and Surrounding Area

Recovered in the 1990s. Nearby, you can find the Chapel of São Lázaro and a leisure area with an old mill, ideal for exploring the local nature.

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