Cete Cross (in the churchyard facing the Chapel of Our Lady of the Valley)

Category: Religious Architecture > Stone Cross

District: Porto > Paredes > Cete > Estação

Location

The Cruzeiro de Cete (Cete Cross) is located in the churchyard of the Ermida de Nossa Senhora do Vale (Chapel of Our Lady of the Valley), in Cete, municipality of Paredes.

Historical Significance

The cross is part of a group classified as a Property of Public Interest since 1963, and is part of the Romanesque Route of Vale do Sousa.

Structure and Style

The cross consists of an octagonal granite column, set on a circular platform of three steps. At the top is a simple cross pattée, typical of religious monuments in the region.

Architectural Context

The cross is dated to the late 15th or early 16th century, being a typical example of Manueline religious art, with late-medieval influences.

Function

This cross is not only a religious symbol, but also a landmark of pilgrimage and devotion, situated in a place that, in the past, hosted pilgrimages and outdoor celebrations.

Environment and Surroundings

The cross is integrated into a calm space, surrounded by green areas and easily accessible, providing a pleasant environment for contemplation.

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