Fort of Cão, Military fort in Âncora, Portugal
The fort features four unequal bastions with a curved side facing the sea and a concave side containing a perfect round arch entrance gate.
Built between 1699 and 1702, Forte do Cão was part of a network of four fortifications constructed along the Atlantic coast between Caminha and Viana do Castelo.
The fort represents the Portuguese military architectural style of the late 17th century, displaying a star-shaped design with Mannerist influence.
The fort stands at the mouth of the Âncora River, accessible through Avenida Forte do Cão, though interior access remains restricted to the public.
The structure includes service quarters forming a corridor in the central plaza, with thick walls positioned for monitoring maritime activities along the coast.
Location: Âncora
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
GPS coordinates: 41.79767,-8.87405
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:08
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