Paço do Campo Belo (including the chapel and gardens)

Category: Religious Architecture > Palace

District: Porto > Vila Nova de Gaia > Lugar do Castelo > Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada

Prime Location and Incredible Views

Located in Santa Marinha, a historic area of Vila Nova de Gaia, Paço de Campo Belo offers stunning views of Porto and the Douro River, making it ideal for appreciating the urban and natural landscape of the region.

Historical Architecture with Medieval and Baroque Elements

Built in the 17th century and remodeled in the following centuries, the Paço stands out for its "U" shaped architecture, which includes a tower and a chapel with details of the medieval and baroque styles.

Chapel with Rococo Decoration

The Paço's chapel features a baroque facade with rococo elements, such as shells and ornate moldings, as well as a coat of arms of the founding family, adding a touch of grandeur and history to the place.

Tower in Northern House-Tower Style

Inspired by the traditional "house-towers" of the northern region of Portugal, the Paço's three-story tower offers a unique aesthetic and an interesting contrast with the rest of the building.

Terraced Gardens and Century-Old Camellias

The gardens, distributed in terraces, feature walking areas with hedges, benches and boxwood flowerbeds, as well as a collection of century-old camellias, providing a tranquil environment ideal for moments of relaxation.

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