Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Saúde e Santo André, Catholic church in Sacavém e Prior Velho, Portugal.
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Saúde e Santo André is a Catholic church in Sacavém with a white and blue facade, decorative pinnacles, and a clock above the arched entrance window. The building occupies a central position at Largo Cinco de Outubro and displays features typical of a local parish church.
The original chapel was rebuilt in 1652 using community funding and later underwent multiple renovations. Major restoration work took place in 1700, 1756, 1872, and 1986.
The name honors Nossa Senhora da Saúde, the community's patroness, whose feast brings people together on the first Sunday of September. The church remains a place where local traditions and religious practices continue in everyday life.
The church is located in the historic center of Sacavém at Largo Cinco de Outubro and is easy to reach on foot. Visitors can view the exterior at any time and should check opening times if they wish to explore the interior.
Behind the sacristy, remains of the Medieval Tower of Sacavém are still visible, linking religious and archaeological heritage. This overlooked discovery reveals the long settlement history of the site across multiple periods.
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