Ponte de Lima

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Ponte de Lima, Administrative division in Viana do Castelo, Portugal

The town extends along the southern bank of the Lima River, featuring a medieval bridge that serves as a crossing point between its northern and southern sections.

Queen Teresa granted the first charter to Ponte de Lima in 1125, making it the earliest officially recognized municipality in Portugal with documented market privileges.

The Feiras Novas festival, established in 1826, takes place during the second weekend of September, celebrating Nossa Senhora das Dores with traditional music and gastronomy.

The municipal area spans 320 square kilometers and consists of 39 civil parishes, with the central town maintaining a population of approximately 2,800 residents.

The area produces vinho verde, a young wine made from fresh grapes, which visitors can learn about at the Interpretation and Promotion Centre.

Location: Viana do Castelo

Location: Alto Minho Subregion

Inception: 1125

Shares border with: Arcos de Valdevez, Ponte da Barca, Vila Verde, Barcelos, Viana do Castelo, Caminha, Vila Nova de Cerveira, Paredes de Coura

Phone: +351258900400

Email: geral@cm-pontedelima.pt

Website: https://cm-pontedelima.pt

GPS coordinates: 41.76667,-8.58333

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:51

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