Castle of Pombal, Medieval castle in Pombal, Portugal
The castle features a defensive keep, stone walls, two arched entrance doors, and multiple towers positioned along its shield-shaped perimeter.
Founded in 1128 by the Knights Templar on a former Roman outpost, the castle served to protect Coimbra and its surrounding territories.
The castle houses a museum within its main tower, displaying historical artifacts and documents that narrate the evolution of the region.
The newly built visitor center offers informational resources, guided tours, and a viewing platform overlooking the town of Pombal.
The castle walls incorporate limestone from local quarries, connecting the medieval structure with the geological identity of the region.
Location: Pombal
Inception: 1128
GPS coordinates: 39.91393,-8.62474
Latest update: March 4, 2025 20:33
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Convento e Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Cardal
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Ponte sobre o Rio Arunca
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Cine-Teatro de Pombal
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Vivenda Sofia
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Tribunal Judicial de Pombal
317 m
Casa Arte Nova
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Igreja Paroquial de Pombal
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Casa dos Varelas
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Edifício no largo do Cardal, n.º 24 a 34
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Cadeia Velha
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Solar de Mancelos
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Chafariz do Jardim do Cardal
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Coreto de Pombal
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