Freixo de Espada à Cinta

Freixo de Espada à Cinta is a municipality in northeastern Portugal in the Bragança district, near the Spanish border along the Douro River Valley. The territory sits at the edge of the Douro landscape, shaped by the river's presence and the characteristics of this border region.

King Sancho II granted the settlement official status in 1240 after inhabitants successfully defended their territory against Castilian forces. This royal recognition established it as an administrative center in the border region.

The buildings display numerous Manueline windows and shutters, a decorative style from early 16th-century Portugal. Walking through the streets, visitors can see how this architectural language shapes the character of the place and reflects local pride in heritage.

The Praia Fluvial da Congida provides recreational spaces along the river where visitors can enjoy outdoor activities. This riverbank area offers opportunities to experience the Douro landscape from the water and explore the surroundings by boat.

The Douro Valley serves as the natural border between Portugal and Spain, giving the area a special geographic and cultural position. This border location has shaped the place with mixed European influences that set it apart from other Portuguese municipalities.

Location: Bragança

Location: Douro Subregion

Inception: January 1, 1152

Shares border with: Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, Vila Nova de Foz Côa, Torre de Moncorvo, Mogadouro, Aldeadávila de la Ribera, Mieza, Vilvestre, Saucelle, Hinojosa de Duero, La Fregeneda

Address: 5180 Freixo de Espada à Cinta, Portugal

Website: https://cm-freixoespadacinta.pt

GPS coordinates: 41.08333,-6.80000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23