Castle of Portalegre, Medieval castle in Portalegre, Portugal
The Castle of Portalegre stands on elevated ground with dark stone walls contrasting against neighboring white buildings in the old town district.
King Dinis fortified the castle in 1290 with enhanced walls and towers to protect the frontier zone against potential threats from Castile.
The Castle Museum contains an extensive collection of military artifacts and weapons dating from the 15th century through World War I.
Visitors can access the castle Tuesday through Sunday, with winter hours from 9:00 to 17:00 and extended summer hours until 18:00.
The castle features a double-level vaulted keep with decorated corbels and displays the Portuguese coat of arms at its central point.
Location: Sé e São Lourenço
Operator: Câmara Municipal de Portalegre
Opening Hours: March 31-October 28: Tuesday-Sunday 09:30-13:00,14:00-18:00; October 29-March 30:Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-12:30,13:30-17:00; Holidays Monday off
Phone: +351245307540
Email: castelo@cm-portalegre.pt
Website: https://cm-portalegre.pt/pt/atividade-municipal/cultura/museus
GPS coordinates: 39.29107,-7.43073
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:43
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