Pederneira Parish Church

Pederneira Parish Church in Nazare

Dating from the 16th century, the Pederneira Parish Church in Nazare is yet another exceptional example of religious architecture that you can contemplate in the municipality.

Also known as the Church of the Parish Factory of Nossa Senhora das Areias and S. Pedro da Pederneira, it is located, as its name indicates in the current parish of Pederneira.

In the past, Pederneira was the seat of one of the coutos of Alcobaça, dating from those times the construction of the Parish Church.

At that time Pederneira was the county seat having lost that status to Nazaré in 1912.

There are several theories about who had this beautiful building built.

Regardless of its authorship, the building stands out for its historical importance and artistic richness.

Among them, they stand out for the tile coverings inside and that are in themselves a reason to visit.

The church has recently undergone conservation works with the aim of restoring all its splendor.

A place that deserves to be contemplated for the most varied reasons and that you will certainly not want to miss.

Nearby, still in Pederneira, you can also contemplate the Old House of Câmara da Pederneira, the Pillory of Pederneira and the Church of Santa Casa da Misericórdia da Pederneira.

In addition, a little further away, but still very close, you have Praia da Nazare and other attractions that you can contemplate.