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Vimeiro 1808 - Celebrations

Hosted by the Consul of the Lisbon Portugal Explorers Group
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Took place 2 months ago
Sun 21 Jul 09:30 - 12:30

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Let's celebrate the Battle of Vimeiro 116th anniversary.

This year The Batalha do Vimeiro Protected content presents a diverse program centered on the theme "Women in the Napoleonic Era", in a rigorously illustrated space.
This recreation delves into the history of the Peninsular War and takes visitors on a journey into early 19th century society, where there is no shortage of street entertainment, concerts, taverns, and crafts representative of this period.

The program starts on Friday, 19 July, evening, but we will join only on Sunday morning.

10am RAISING THE FLAGS
Batalha Centenary Commemorative Monument

10:30am OPENING OF THE 19TH CENTURY MARKET
Venue

11am HISTORICAL RECREATION OF THE BATTLE OF VIMEIRO – SKIRMISHES THROUGH THE STREETS OF VIMEIRO
Streets of Vimeiro

Full program available here: Protected content

So come and join us as we witness the action, sounds, smells, and colors of the reenactment of this famous battle!

Transportation by sharing private cars (use the event wall to message your fellow attendees)

Optional lunch at Chico Neto restaurant (requires pre-payment)