Lime Kiln - Casal da Magancha, Mafra, Portugal
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Torgut
N 38° 59.726 W 009° 21.373
29S E 469152 N 4316330
A lime kiln lost in the forest near Mafra
Waymark Code: WMFB2E
Location: Lisboa, Portugal
Date Posted: 09/22/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Marine Biologist
Views: 6

Nobody knows exactly when this lime kiln became active. There are historical evidences of activity since the 17th Century, but not necessarily on this exact lime kiln.

Accordingly to elder people of the area, this lime kiln was active until the 60's and it was usually fed with stones extracted from local quarries.
Type of Oven / Kiln: Lime / Limestone

Status: Inactive

Operating Dates: 17th Century to the 60's

Additional Coordinate: Not Listed

Additional Coordinate Description: Not listed

Website: Not listed

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