Aguiã House and Estate

Category: Civil Architecture > Manor House

District: Viana do Castelo > Arcos de Valdevez > Aguiã > Rebelo

History and Architecture

Noble manor house with medieval origins, developed from the 14th to the 18th centuries. The construction integrates a quadrangular medieval tower surrounded by baroque buildings. Highlights include the symmetry of the ensemble and the elegant main facade with arcades and imposing staircases.

Points of Interest

- Central medieval tower, with military features and battlements.

- Baroque manor house, with ample interior spaces and decorative details in granite.

- 18th-century chapel, with a neoclassical altar and private tribune.

- Monumental gate, adorned with the family's coat of arms.

Environment and Location

Situated in an elevated rural area, it provides a privileged view over the Vez River valley. Surrounded by agricultural fields and vegetation, it maintains the charm of the manor farms of Alto Minho.

Historical Curiosities

- The estate has belonged to nobles and knights since the 13th century.

- It was burned down by Spanish troops in the 17th century and later restored.

- The chapel was built to serve both the house and travelers in the region.

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