Nossa Senhora da Conceição Fountain

The Nossa Senhora da Conceição Fountain is a water infrastructure thought to have arisen in the 14th century, by Queen Santa Isabel, who lived in Atouguia at that time.

Located near the Nossa Senhora da Conceição Church, its designation as Fountain of Nossa Senhora da Conceição is justified.

It is also known as Fonte Gótica, Fonte do Infante or Fonte dos Gafos which refers to the existence of a Gafaria (Hospital de Leprosos).

Taking into account the time of construction, the period in Atouguia (only later to adopt the name Atouguia da Baleia) was the seat of the municipality and most important settlement in the area, the fountain has a coat of arms with the ancient weapons of the village.

The importance of water supply has always been a desire of the population, not only for hydration but also for health reasons, so the construction of structures similar to the Fonte de Nossa Senhora da Conceição are common in this period all over the country.

The landscaped setting around the Fountain offers a pleasant setting for walks and rest.

Must See and Do in Atouguia da Baleia

In Atouguia da Baleia, the fruit of its rich and important historical past, there is a remarkable variety of heritage that includes the Fountain of Nossa Senhora da Conceição but which also includes the ruins of the castle, the Cruise, the da Consolação Fort, Pillory and several churches, one of them hosting the Atouguia da Baleia Interpretation Center with a museological approach to the history of this parish.

The Nossa Senhora da Conceição Fountain can be the starting point for your visit to Atouguia da Baleia, a journey that we guarantee you will be worth every hour you invest in it.

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