Church Index Logo

church-index

Discover historic churches around the world

Ermida de Santa Cristina do Couto

Rua de Santo André

Loading map...

Ermida de Santa Cristina do Couto

The Ermida de Santa Cristina do Couto is a Roman Catholic chapel located in Santo Tirso, Portugal.

History

  • The chapel's history dates back to the 16th century.

Architecture

The chapel was built in the Baroque style and constructed between 1620 and 1635.

The interior of the chapel is adorned with ornate decorations, including intricate stone carvings and gilded details.

Location

The Ermida de Santa Cristina do Couto is situated in Rua de Santo André, Santo Tirso, Portugal.

It serves as a place of worship for the local Roman Catholic community.

Notable Features

  • Its organ, which is believed to date from the 18th century.
  • A small bell tower that houses a single bell.

Heritage Status

The Ermida de Santa Cristina do Couto has been recognized as a historic monument in Portugal, with its current structure dating back to the 17th century.

Visiting Information

The opening hours of the chapel are not publicly available. However, it is recommended that visitors contact the local parish office for more information on visiting times and accessibility.

Notable Artworks or Relics

Unfortunately, no notable artworks or relics have been documented for this location.

Accessibility

Due to its small size and age, the Ermida de Santa Cristina do Couto may not be fully accessible to visitors with mobility impairments. It is recommended that visitors contact the local parish office prior to visiting to discuss accessibility options.

Details

NameErmida de Santa Cristina do Couto
CitySanto Tirso
CountryPortugal
Coordinates41.328583, -8.498376
Current useplace of worship
Accessiblefalse