Its origins date back at least to the 14th century, to a document from the chancellery of D. Pedro I, dated 1366, which refers to the pilgrimage routes to Santa Maria do Cabo. However, according to oral tradition, the discovery of the image of Our Lady on the promontory by two old men from Caparica and Alcabideche, who had been warned by Heaven in similar dreams, only occurred in the year 1410. The 15th century therefore marked a major development of the Sanctuary. During this period, the Ermida da Memória was built, as well as the original Church.

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Santuario do Cabo Espichel with baroque church Nossa Senhora do Cabo Espichelo. The pilgrim accommodations are also interesting in the monastery ensemble (Santuario). They are the two long rows of small rooms to the side of the church. The name “House of Candles” means you can still imagine the simple and practical life in the 18th century.

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1. View of the Arrábida coast – Cape Espichel Lighthouse loop from Forte de São Domingos da Baralha

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2. View of the Arrábida coast – Chã dos Navegantes Trail loop from Sesimbra

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3. View of the Arrábida Coastline – Hermitage of Memory loop from Lagosteiros Natural Monument

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Location: Sesimbra (Castelo), Setúbal, Portugal

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1. View of the Arrábida coast – Cape Espichel Lighthouse loop from Forte de São Domingos da Baralha

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