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The Devil’s Bridge, also known as Misarela Bridge, is said to be the site of a fateful encounter between a fugitive and the Devil. Desperate to escape across the cliffs over the Rabagão River, the man struck a deal—his soul in exchange for safe passage. In an instant, the Malevolent one conjured a bridge over the raging waters. While some believe in this dark legend, others claim the bridge was simply built by human hands during the Middle Ages.
On Carnival Saturday, the people of the nearby villages gather for a shared meal before setting off in procession to the bridge. Wearing handmade masks crafted for the occasion, they carry Winter itself—only to burn it on the Devil’s Bridge, welcoming Spring and celebrating the eternal cycle of the seasons in harmony with nature.
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