Capela da Nossa Senhora da Rocha
Capela da Nossa Senhora da Rocha
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345peter1
Bath, UK3 contributions
Dec 2019
Beautiful little chapel in an amazing spot. Glass fronted so you can see in, so no worries about opening times. Very interesting history. .Place to bring and light your own candle, sun sparkling all around and a swim-by from a pod of dolphins , what more can you ask for !
Written 31 January 2020
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Michael M
Ipswich, UK712 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
Lovely peaceful area in low season. Has a picturesque chapel perched on a cliff top jutting out into the sea. A nice cliff top walk with beautiful views. Large secluded beach only accessed by a small tunnel or steep staircase but worth the effort it really is a nice beach. Not much in the way of shops and cafes in the area.
Written 23 April 2024
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Leyland, UK808 contributions
Feb 2020
This is one of the larger beach coves in the area. Located at the top of the beach is the Vilarinho Restaurant.
Peaceful and Tranquil.
Peaceful and Tranquil.
Written 20 February 2020
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Myleene F
155 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
This is an old chapel that was once part of the Fort that was destroyed in the earthquake. Not worth a special visit but if you are passing anyway you could have a look for the views of the two beaches next to it.
Written 3 July 2019
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Carole J
Cambridge, UK69 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
Visited Senhora da Rocha in January 2015 and found it was being partially fenced off because of cliff falls. The right hand side of the wall on the approach to the Chapel is cracked. We still managed to walk around the outside of the building. Looking at the cliff the Chapel is on it looks like part of it may break away in future years. Perhaps it might have some preservation work done to prevent this. Work is also in progress making wooden fencing along the top of the cliffs as a safety measure. To the right, access is still possible to the beach down some steps. We walked further along the top of the cliffs, and down to another secluded beach. We eventually were able to do a circular walk back to the car park.
There are cafes and restaurants and hotels nearby for refreshments if you want to spend some time there. Many apartments in the locality too. Also, an outside swimming pool with childrens
facilities nearby. To the left you will also find a fishermans beach where they do boat trips to caves in the summer and there is a beach restaurant there.
There are cafes and restaurants and hotels nearby for refreshments if you want to spend some time there. Many apartments in the locality too. Also, an outside swimming pool with childrens
facilities nearby. To the left you will also find a fishermans beach where they do boat trips to caves in the summer and there is a beach restaurant there.
Written 25 February 2015
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Torrox Pueblo, Spain33 contributions
Dec 2014 • Couples
This was, for me, the main reason of our recent trip to Porches.....first viewed this little chapel 15 years ago.......when it wasn't tidied up like it is now and for me it was then much better and more natural. The views are spectacular.
Even now, 15 years later, it is well worth a visit....but remember to take your camera!
Even now, 15 years later, it is well worth a visit....but remember to take your camera!
Written 30 December 2014
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Toledo, OH88 contributions
May 2014 • Couples
The old fisherman's chapel is a must see, you are so close it would be a shame not to make a quick stop. If you have more time the bar nearby is a great place for a sangria stop! Yum!!
Written 1 June 2014
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Whalley, UK18 contributions
Jun 2013 • Family
What a location, two stunning beaches. This has to be one of the best kept secret locations in Europe. First class fishing cove plus a secluded beach where you walk through a tunnel to gain access. The views are amazing and two superb fish restaurants are ideally located with typical Portuguese menus.
Written 15 July 2013
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Elliot D
Birmingham4 contributions
Apr 2013 • Couples
Fantastic scenery! The chapel of Nossa Senhora on the cliff surrounded by two beaches. Quiet impressive!!!
Written 16 April 2013
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Tyler S
Toronto, Canada826 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
This little chapel atop the cliff is a gorgeous little spot. It was super quiet in November with just myself and my partner up there for most of our visit. The church wasn’t open but we walked the grounds and looked peered through the chapel gate. Beautiful stop to check out. Great views. Great photo opportunities.
Written 11 December 2019
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Bonjour
J’aimerais savoir si on peut se marier dans cette chapelle et si oui à qui s’adresser !
Merci bcp
Written 15 February 2020
Bonjour, je sais qu’il y a parfois des mariages.
Il faut sans doute s’adresser à l’église ou la mairie de Porches puisque c’ Sur cette commune.
Written 16 February 2020
are there toilets near the beach/chapel?
Written 7 May 2018
there is a few bars by the chapel with toilets, also at the beach a short walk away there is toilets. Lovely place.
Written 18 August 2018
best public transport to get here from pria da luz?
Written 18 August 2016
I would say you need a car to get there.
Written 19 August 2016
Hi,
Does anybody have any information of how to contact the chapel? We really want to hold our wedding ceremony here, outside the chapel.
Thanks
Written 4 June 2015
Hi becca,
No, without a planner i found it pretty much impossible to book- unless you go over there before hand and speak to the local authorities, which I think is what the planner does. We got married 2 weeks ago at the grande real Santa eulalia- gorgeous venue high up over looking the beach, amazing ceremony venue. Hope you find the perfect venue for you X
Written 23 August 2016
Hi
Just wondering if anyone can help me I am going to Portugal on the 17th May for 3 days as I would like to organise my wedding and have my heart set on getting married in Senhora da Rocha Chapel and can't find any contact info and would like to speak to someone before we go, has anyone been to a wedding here or got married in this chapel?
Any info would be greatly appreciated
Katie xxx
Written 5 May 2015
Hi Katie,
I am also really wanting to have our wedding ceremony outside the chapel there. Did you manage to find anything out from the council? I've searched the net for contact info but can't find any!!
X
Written 4 June 2015
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