Castelo de Sesimbra, Medieval fortress in Sesimbra, Portugal
The hilltop castle features thick stone walls, defensive towers, and battlements overlooking the Atlantic Ocean from a height of 230 meters above sea level.
The castle served as a vital defensive structure from 1165 when King Afonso Henriques captured it from Moorish forces until its partial destruction by the 1755 earthquake.
The Igreja de Santa Maria do Castelo within the fortress walls displays traditional Portuguese azulejo tiles and remains an active place of religious significance.
Access to the castle grounds is free of charge, with operating hours from 7:00 to 20:00 in summer and 7:00 to 19:00 during winter months.
The castle grounds contain ancient grain storage holes carved into rock, which provided sustenance during extended military sieges throughout medieval times.
Location: Sesimbra (Castelo)
GPS coordinates: 38.45257,-9.10677
Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:21
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