Young explorers discover the secrets of the 'bruxa' at Pampilhosa da Serra Municipal Museum

Educational activity brings youngsters closer to the cultural heritage and ancient traditions of the municipality.

Generic image of a traditional Portuguese earthenware pot for roasting chestnuts, locally known as 'bruxa'.
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Generic image of a traditional Portuguese earthenware pot for roasting chestnuts, locally known as 'bruxa'.

The Pampilhosa da Serra Municipal Museum hosted preschool children from the Casa da Criança for an activity about the 'bruxa', a traditional chestnut roaster.

The Pampilhosa da Serra Municipal Museum welcomed preschool children from the Casa da Criança in an initiative that took them on a journey to the past to discover a traditional object: the chestnut roaster, known locally as the 'bruxa'.
The activity, led by the Educational Service, allowed the children to learn about this old earthenware utensil, its characteristics, its use in domestic life in the past, and the story behind its peculiar name.
The session also included a playful-educational game, which provided a fun learning moment and allowed them to explore and relive traditions.
Through these types of initiatives, the Pampilhosa da Serra Municipal Museum continues to bring younger generations closer to cultural heritage, sparking curiosity and valuing the memories and knowledge of past generations.
Based on information from the official source: Câmara Municipal de Pampilhosa da Serra (26/10/2026)