Dolmen of Vile or Dolmen of the Saint of Vile

Category: Archaeology > Dolmen

District: Viana do Castelo > Caminha > Vile > Pinhal do Santo

Location

Located in Vile, Caminha, in a rural area near the Âncora River.

Classification and Period

A prehistoric funerary monument, built over 5,000 years ago and classified as a Property of Public Interest since 1990.

Structure

Remnants of an artificial mound of earth and stone (mamoa) and a single stone block from the ancient burial chamber remain.

Discoveries

Flint and polished stone objects were found, now kept in the Museu da Sociedade Martins Sarmento.

Current State

Time and nearby constructions have altered the structure, but the site retains historical and archaeological interest.

Interest for the Visitor

A testament to the megalithic culture, ideal for those who enjoy history and ancient heritage.

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