[1] In 1965, there were archaeological excavations completed by Henrique Leonor Pina, resulting in the discovery of a number of artefacts that were transferred to the museum of Évora.

[1] These excavations, which created some controversy (due to techniques used to examine the structure), unearthed slate tablets, necklaces, crosiers, copper objects, ceramics and carinated bowls.

[2] A secondary series of excavations were completed between 1989-1990, under the direction of Carlos Tavares da Silva and Joaquina Soares (although there have been no publications on its results).

Consists of an irregular free-standing plan, composed of a single-chamber, articulated horizontal body with polygonal chamber and rectangular corridor.

[2][1] The 7 metre coverage slab (acting as a roof), lies broken on the mound, with a sag on its western edge.