Castle of Pinhel, Medieval castle on hilltop in Pinhel, Portugal.
The fortress stands atop an elevated position overlooking the Côa River Valley, featuring thick stone walls and defensive towers that define its military architecture.
Following Portugal's territorial reconquest from Moorish forces in the 13th century, this stronghold became essential for controlling regional trade routes and defending borders.
The castle maintains its status as a National Monument since 1950, representing the medieval defensive heritage of the Guarda District in central-eastern Portugal.
Visitors reach the castle through marked paths in Pinhel town center, with the site offering panoramic views of the Côa Valley and Marofa mountain.
The castle's location in an area traditionally connected to falconry earned Pinhel the name 'Cidade Falcão' due to the presence of these birds.
Location: Pinhel
Operator: DRCCentro, Portaria n.º 829/2009, DR, 2.ª série, n.º 163 de 24 agosto 2009
GPS coordinates: 40.77690,-7.06142
Latest update: March 21, 2025 10:09
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Torre Solar dos Metelos
453 m
Freixeda do Torrão
13 km
Igreja de São Luís
204 m
Pelourinho de Pinhel
202 m
Penha de Águia
10.3 km
Paço Episcopal de Pinhel
427 m
Casa Grande (antigo Solar dos Antas e Meneses)
172 m
Igreja Paroquial do Bogalhal
6.8 km
Igreja Paroquial de Freixedas
12.9 km
Convento de Santo António (Pinhel)
568 m
Igreja Paroquial de Penha de Águia
10.4 km
Casa Metello de Nápoles
456 m
Câmara Municipal de Pinhel
194 m
Igreja Paroquial de Freixeda do Torrão
12.7 km
Ponte Grande sobre o rio Côa
13.6 km
Igreja Paroquial de Luzelos
7.3 km
Igreja Paroquial de Ervas Tenras
11.2 km
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9.8 km
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12.7 km
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161 m
Necrópole medieval do Vascoveiro
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