Castle of Ródão, Medieval fortified tower in Vila Velha de Ródão, Portugal.
The Castle of Ródão stands on Serra das Talhas, featuring a square-shaped watchtower constructed from granite blocks overlooking the Tagus River valley.
Knights Templar constructed the watchtower and surrounding walls between the 11th and 12th centuries, establishing a strategic defense position along the Tagus River.
The Temple of Nossa Senhora do Castelo accompanies the fortress, representing a significant religious structure despite its current deteriorated condition.
The castle sits 2 kilometers from Vila Velha de Ródão town center, with maintained roads providing direct access for visitors throughout the year.
The structure served as an artillery position during the mid-18th century, with specific modifications added to protect the Tagus River passage.
Location: Vila Velha de Ródão
Operator: Sem afetação
GPS coordinates: 39.64741,-7.69024
Latest update: March 6, 2025 23:39
Portas de Ródao Natural Monument
759 m
Serra das Talhadas
6.7 km
Conhal do Arneiro
1.4 km
Ponte das Portas de Ródão
1.1 km
Pelourinho de Vila Velha de Ródão
1.6 km
Ponte de Nossa Senhora da Graça e via romana
12 km
Casa de Artes e Cultura do Tejo
1.6 km
Cedillo Reservoir
13.1 km
Igreja Matriz de Perais
10 km
Câmara Municipal de Vila Velha de Ródão
1.7 km
Igreja Paroquial de Vila Velha de Ródão
1.6 km
Capela de Nossa Senhora do Castelo
149 m
Lagar de Varas do Cabeço das Pesqueiras
1.9 km
Busto de Francisco dos Santos Pinto Cardoso
1.7 km
Estação arqueológica da foz do Enxarique
1.7 km
Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Graça
12.4 km
Capela de Serrasqueira
6.8 km
Igreja Paroquial de Fratel
5.3 km
Busto de Araújo Correia
5.3 km
Conjunto de Nossa Senhora da Graça
12.4 km
Portas de Almourão
11 km
Chafariz e Lavadouro no Fratel
5.2 km
Capela de Nossa Senhora da Piedade
6.1 km
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Capela de Tostão
4.9 km
Ponte rodoviária sobre a Ribeira do Enxarrique
1.9 km
Capela de Santo Amaro
5.4 km
Capela de Nossa Senhora da Alagada
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