“Espigueiros”, granite granaries in which the village community stored their supplies. The smaller ones were for a family, the larger ones for communities.

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The Espigueiros of Soajo are one of the most iconic symbols of northern Portugal and the Peneda-Gerês National Park.

They are traditional granaries built of stone and wood, designed to store corn and other grains.

They are raised on pillars with "mouse stones" (circular slabs) to prevent rodents from entering.

They are covered with gabled roofs and topped with crosses, reflecting the religious influence on rural life.

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1. Soajo Granaries – Ponte da Ladeira loop from Soajo

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2. Soajo Granaries – Ponte da Ladeira loop from Soajo

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3. Soajo Granaries loop from Vilar de Suente

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Elevation 290 m

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Location: Soajo, Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Soajo Granaries

1. Soajo Granaries – Ponte da Ladeira loop from Soajo

2. Soajo Granaries – Ponte da Ladeira loop from Soajo

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