Cruise of the Lord of Sailors

Category: Religious Architecture > Place of Worship

District: Porto > Porto > Porto > Massarelos

Location

The Cruzeiro do Senhor dos Navegantes (Cross of Our Lord of the Navigators) stands in the urbanisation of Massarelos, an area of Porto with a strong urban identity. It is located on a street that reflects the daily life of the locality, subtly blending into the cityscape. Its presence marks a point of reference for those crossing this sector of the city, testifying to the coexistence between heritage and the everyday life of Porto.

Memory and Symbolism

Dedicated to Our Lord of the Navigators, this cross evokes the deep connection of the city of Porto, particularly its riverside area, to the Douro River and the sea. Its designation suggests a connection with the faith and protection invoked by those who, over the centuries, ventured into the waters. The cross serves as a landmark of devotion, a link to the maritime and fluvial tradition that shaped the identity of this city.

A Reconstructed Landmark

The structure observed today at the Cruzeiro do Senhor dos Navegantes is the result of a reconstruction that occurred in the early 20th century. This process ensured its preservation, allowing the cross to continue being a present element in the Massarelos landscape. Its current appearance is a reflection of the construction trends of that era, keeping alive the memory of a reference point for the community.

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