Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Viana do Castelo > Monção > Trute > Outeiro
The Parish Church of Trute is located in the village of Trute, specifically in the area known as Outeiro, in the municipality of Monção. Set within the context of a rural Minho landscape, this area is characterized by a serene environment, typical of smaller parishes, inviting an experience of tranquility and connection to local culture.
The history of the Parish Church of Trute dates back to medieval times, making it one of the oldest religious buildings in the region. Its existence has been documented since the 13th century, with a specific reference in 1258. In that year, during the Inquiries of D. Afonso III, a vast survey of the kingdom's assets and rights, the church of Trute was noted as an integral part of the then diocese of Tui. This ancient mention underscores its long and continuous presence as a point of reference for the community throughout the centuries.
The Parish Church of Trute is dedicated to Saint Eulalia, the patron saint of the parish, a devotion reflected in the local festive calendar. This temple is a pillar of Trute's religious and cultural life, serving as a gathering point and place of celebration for its inhabitants. Its presence is a testament to the local faith and traditions, keeping alive the connection of the population to their main place of worship and the community's shared history.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 42.0112226,-8.4707748
Coordinates DMS: 42°00'40.4"N 08°28'14.8"W
Weather Trute
On-duty Pharmacy Trute
