Chapel of Our Lady of Penha de França

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Setúbal > Grândola > Grândola > Grândola e Santa Margarida da Serra

Location

Located at the top of Outeiro da Penha, in the Serra de Grândola, providing a panoramic view over the town and the Alentejo landscape.

History

Built after authorization from the Order of Santiago in 1664, it remains an important site of religious devotion and local tradition.

Architecture

Small single-story hermitage, with a gable roof, bell tower with bell, simple doors and windows. Inside, the nave stands out with its 18th-century blue and white tile panels, depicting flowers, angels, and fruits. The chancel has an altar and tiles with scenes from the life of Our Lady, dating from 1721.

Visits

The hermitage is generally closed, but it can be visited during the festivities of Nossa Senhora da Penha, held in May.

Environment and Access

The place is peaceful and invites contemplation. Access is via a dirt road, making it a popular destination for hiking and cycling.

Landscape and Viewpoint

It offers a stunning view over Grândola and the mountains, being an excellent point to admire the sunset and the vastness of the Alentejo.

Curiosity

It is part of the heritage of the Diocese of Beja and is annexed to the Mother Church of Grândola.

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