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Capuchos Convent, Sintra

Visit this humble convent where monks lived on the most pure form of closure.

Capuchos Convent © Emigus

The Capuchos Convent, built in 1560, housed 8 monks which, above any material thing enjoyed and privileged spirituality.

At this convent, you might visit the tiny cells sculpted on the rock where the monks lived, covered by cork, the chapel, kitchen and other divisions.

Convento Dos Capuchos© Emigus

At the back of the convent you might discover the Honorio creek, where, according to the legend, a monk lived for 30 years.

More information:

Address:

Estrada dos Capuchos, Sintra

Price:

Adults: € 7
> 65: € 5.5
Under 17: € 5.5
Children from 0 to 5 years old: free

Schedule:

Open every day from 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Website:

www.parquesdesintra.pt

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