Great Dolmen of Comenda da Igreja

The Great Dolmen of Comenda da Igreja is a prehistoric stone burial chamber built with massive granite blocks. Its structure includes a central room and a long passage that together form the complete burial space.

This burial chamber was constructed during the Stone Age and served communities for several thousand years as a final resting place. It reflects a long tradition of use by successive generations living in the same region.

This burial place served multiple generations and shows how prehistoric communities honored their dead together. The shared chamber reveals the importance of collective rituals and family ties in early societies.

The monument sits in open countryside and is easily reached via local roads near the town of São Geraldo. The surroundings are accessible from all sides, allowing visitors to walk around and view the structure from different angles.

The roof covering the entrance passage survives mostly intact, which sets this structure apart from many other dolmens. This preserved ceiling allows visitors to experience the spatial arrangement that prehistoric people would have encountered.

Location: Nossa Senhora da Vila, Nossa Senhora do Bispo e Silveiras

Operator: Sem afectação

GPS coordinates: 38.75798,-8.20320

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:41