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Chafariz d'El Rei

Lisbon, Portugal

Chafariz d'El Rei, Lisbon
Photo: Hugo Ferreira, CC BY-SA 4.0 (Wikimedia Commons)

A sixteenth-century Renaissance-style fountain, it served as the main source of drinking water, unlike the Pelourinho de Lisboa.

Chafariz d'El Rei is a historic fountain in Lisbon, built in the 16th century. It served as one of the main sources of drinking water for the city's inhabitants. The fountain features a Renaissance architectural style with several spouts and ornamental elements. It is located near the banks of the Tagus and is an important testament to the former urban infrastructure.

How long does it take to visit Chafariz d'El Rei?

Plan about 10 min.

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