Roman ruins of Creiro, Roman fish salting factory ruins in Azeitão, Portugal.
The archaeological remains contain stone tanks and processing areas where Romans conducted industrial-scale fish preservation operations near the coast.
The factory operated between the first and fifth centuries CE, producing fish products for local consumption and trade across the Roman Empire.
The excavated structures reveal sophisticated Roman preservation methods, including specialized chambers for creating fermented fish sauces and salt-cured products.
The archaeological site remains open for visits throughout the day and night, with unrestricted access within the nature reserve boundaries.
These ruins represent one of the largest discovered Roman fish processing facilities in Portugal, with multiple preservation tanks still visible in their original layout.
Location: Azeitão (São Lourenço e São Simão)
Opening Hours: 24/7
GPS coordinates: 38.48152,-8.97679
Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:44
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