Castle of Aljezur, Medieval castle on hilltop in Aljezur, Portugal.
The Castle of Aljezur stands atop a hill overlooking the Aljezur River, featuring an elliptical ground plan with two distinct defensive towers and stone masonry walls.
The castle, constructed during the Almoravid dynasty in the 11th century, served as a strategic fortress for protecting Silves until its conquest by Portuguese forces in 1242.
Archaeological excavations within the castle grounds revealed continuous occupation from Bronze Age through Lusitanian, Roman, Visigoth, and Islamic periods, documenting regional settlement patterns.
The castle remains open for visitors throughout the year, with guided tours available through advance reservations at the municipal office in Rua Dom Paio Peres Correia.
The fortress contains an Almoravid-period cistern and foundations of medieval residences that remained active during the Christian occupation period.
Location: Aljezur
GPS coordinates: 37.31628,-8.80520
Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:17
The inland Algarve contains nature reserves, medieval castles, and Roman ruins. The region includes thermal springs in Monchique, the red sandstone castle of Silves, and the bone chapel in Faro. Natural parks like Ria Formosa host multiple bird species. Historical villages, coastal fortresses, and lighthouses mark the landscape.
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