Here we have a good example of what happened to the great Portuguese monasteries, with the extinction of religious orders in 1834, in which the Portuguese state (at the time a constitutional Monarchy) to finance itself after bankruptcy (the country had gone through the devastating Napoleonic invasions, followed by a devastating civil war), they nationalized all these properties and in most cases sold them at public auction. In this case, the Monastery and the coutos of Maceira Dão became part of the municipality of Mangualde. According to Wikipedia, in the 1960s, the complex was acquired by a family from Pombal, with no resources for its administration... unfortunately it can be seen, and the monastery is increasingly in ruins! Regrettably, as it would make beautiful hotel accommodation, once properly rehabilitated! Buildings like this, which are classified as national monuments, should be properly managed by the State!

Embora não visitável este Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Maceira Dão vale pelo seu envolvimento de uma História incrível, mas que aparentemente não parecer sequer ter algum acompanhamento por parte dos responsáveis por este Património que jamais deveria ser deixado no estado lastimável em que se encontra.

Very beautiful monastery, shame it's in ruins, I didn't find anyone to ask about the place, I loved taking some photos, despite advertising private property, I decided to go in, as there was no barrier or bell 😁, the access road isn't the best.

Beautiful church (from the outside as it was closed). The monastery, which must have been very beautiful, is very dilapidated. All that remains are the walls and doors that prevent access to the interior, which is however completely destroyed. It's a shame because it must have been fantastic. There is access by car or motorbike via a road to the door.

I passed by on a motorbike a few years ago and it was very dilapidated, I hope they put it to better use. I recommend the trip there

The exterior and surrounding space of the monastery is worth a visit. It is not possible to visit the interior of the monastery and church.

The place where Mangualde was born Too bad it's abandoned

It's been a wonderful experience!!!!!

It is an ideal environment for hiking, with lots of nature and interesting villages. It is worth it

Despite being very difficult to get to and requiring urgent intervention, the monastery is very beautiful.

(Translated by Google) Place with huge potential. Maybe one day there will be a project/investors to restore glory to a FANTASTIC monument (Original) Local com um potencial enorme. Quem sabe um dia haja um projeto/ investidores para devolver a glória a um monumento FANTÁSTICO

(Translated by Google) From # Villa casa Ospelia in Casfreires we tour the area and by chance come to this beautiful place. Too bad this is not (yet) being restored. (Original) Vanuit # Villa casa Ospelia in Casfreires toeren we rond in de omgeving en komen we bij toeval op deze prachtige plek. Jammer dat dit (nog) niet gerestaureerd wordt.

(Translated by Google) In refurbishment works.... But at 9 I'm dazzling (Original) Em obras de requalificação.... Mas com 9 sei deslumbre

(Translated by Google) Difficult access. In a sorry state. (Original) Acesso difícil. Em estado lastimável.

Very cute and calm place. Good thing they are rebuilding. I was curious to know what will happen in the future.