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Memorial aos Refugiados e ao Cônsul Aristides de Sousa Mendes
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About Memorial aos Refugiados e ao Cônsul Aristides de Sousa Mendes
The Memorial to the Refugees and Consul Aristides de Sousa Mendes is part of the museum hub Vilar Formoso – Border of Peace, created to honor Portugal’s crucial role in welcoming refugees during World War II.
In June 1940, while serving as Portuguese consul in Bordeaux, Sousa Mendes issued thousands of visas against official orders, allowing people fleeing Nazi persecution to escape to safety.
Located next to Vilar Formoso railway station, the museum occupies two former railway warehouses and features six thematic sections that guide visitors through the refugee experience — from persecution to hope and freedom.
The Memorial is part of the Rede das Judiarias de Portugal – Routes of Sepharad.
Opening hours
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
09:00 - 12:30
14:00 - 17:30
Wednesday
09:00 - 12:30
14:00 - 17:30
Thursday
09:00 - 12:30
14:00 - 17:30
Friday
09:00 - 12:30
14:00 - 17:30
Saturday
10:00 - 12:30
14:00 - 17:30
Sunday
10:00 - 12:30
14:00 - 17:30
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Tax name: MUNICÍPIO DE ALMEIDA
Tax address: PRAÇA LIBERDADE, 8, 6350-130 Almeida, Portugal
VAT: 506625419 | CAE: 84113
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