Castelo de Penedono, Medieval castle in Penedono e Granja, Portugal
The granite fortress stands on an elevated rocky outcrop with a distinctive hexagonal layout and multiple defensive towers rising above the landscape.
Originally documented in 960 through a donation to the Monastery of Guimarães, the castle played a crucial role during the Christian reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula.
The castle holds strong connections to the Coutinho family, whose member Álvaro Gonçalves Coutinho participated in the legendary Twelve of England tournament.
The castle opens daily to visitors and provides designated parking areas at the base, with a short walk required to reach the entrance.
The structure features an unusual heptagonal shape with six towers, incorporating both military defensive elements and noble residential characteristics from the 15th century.
Location: Penedono e Granja
Operator: Câmara Municipal de Penedono, auto de cessão de 21 Outubro 1941
GPS coordinates: 40.98998,-7.39388
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:07
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