Art and Culture
“El Péndere” Nature Interpretation Centre
Visit this old chapel that has been converted into an interpretation centre, where you can learn about the numerous environmental and scenic treasures of the district.
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- Centro de Interpretación de la Naturaleza “El Péndere”
Art and Culture
A stroll around nature
Location and Contact:
- Opening times
From September 15 to June 15
Tuesday - Saturday, 10am-2pm and 4-6pm.
Sunday, 9am-1pm
From June 16 to September 14
Tuesday - Saturday, 10am-3pm
Sunday, 9am-1pm
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Visit this old chapel that has been converted into an interpretation centre, where you can learn about the numerous environmental and scenic treasures of the district.
Situated in the Tagus International Nature Reserve, this centre brings you the most important natural habitats of the area: the International Tagus, the San Pedro mountain range and the pastureland. The exhibition is structured into three sections containing information panels, models, recreations and even a planetarium.
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Type:
- Arts and Popular Traditions
- Science and Technology
- Culture
- Natural Area
- History
- Cultural Itinerary
- Multidisciplinary
- Nature
- Thematic
Accessibility:
- Disabled access
- Admits guide dogs
- Accessible car park
- Accessible facilities and common areas
- Access ramps
- Adapted paths
- Toilet with disabled access
Services:
- Audioguide
- Facilities for Disabled
- Conference Room
- Guided Tours
Theme:
- Art and culture
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