Castles

Castles and Palaces in Portugal

Guimaraes Castle

Imposing 12th century castle built on the site of earlier fortifications. The castle was the official royal residence from 1139 until the 13th century. Now classified by UNESCO, as World Heritage

Guimaraes Castle 354

Montemor-o-Velho Castle

Predating Portuguese sovereignty, the castle is a listed National Monument

Montemor-o-Velho Castle 356

Penela Castle

Castle built to defend Coimbra from the potential reconquest of the region by the Moors. The existing structure dates back to the mid 12th century

Penela Castle 357

Soure Castle

Small, simple 11th century castle built to defend against the reconquest of Portugal by the Moors.

Soure Castle 358

Leiria Castle

Impressive 12th century castle overlooking the town. The castle was built to defend against reconquest by the Moors, and this did indeed happen on 2 occasions. The castle also contains a 15th century…

Leiria Castle 359

Ourem Castle

Imposing hilltop castle which dominates the medieval town below. Founded in the 12th century there is also a 15th century palace within the walls.

Ourem Castle 360

Santa Maria da Feira Castle

12th century castle with distinctive turrets added in the 15th century when it became a gentleman's residence

Santa Maria da Feira Castle 361

Marialva Castle

Ruins of once grand castle

Marialva Castle 363

Pinhel Castle

Once important castle located on a hilltop overlooking the Côa river Valley

Pinhel Castle 364

Almourol Castle

Castle located on the small island of Almourol in the river Tejo. A stronghold of the Knights Templar the castle dates back to the 12th century and the Reconquista.

Almourol Castle 365

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