Churches · Central Algarve

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceição & Capela dos Ossos, Alcantarilha

Alcantarilha’s parish church combines Manueline and Baroque features with a small bone chapel attached to the same building.

Rua Frei José de São Patrício, Alcantarilha
The parish church and bell tower in Alcantarilha
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceição, AlcantarilhaPhoto credits

What to expect

The sixteenth-century church has three naves, a decorated baptistery and an elaborate main chapel. Later alterations followed the earthquake of 1755, adding further layers to a religious building that already had a rich decorative character.

The Capela dos Ossos adjoins the south side of the parish church, so the two belong to one visit location rather than two separate journeys. The human remains are a memorial feature of a religious site; consider that subject before choosing it as a family stop.

Also known as
Alcantarilha bone chapel · Capela dos Ossos de Alcantarilha

Planning your visit

  • The bone chapel is attached to the parish church.
  • The display contains human remains and will not suit every visitor.
  • Interior and chapel access follow local church arrangements.

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