Forte de Santa Maria da Arrábida, Military fortress in Setúbal, Portugal.
The stone fortress stands at the foothills of Arrábida mountain range, featuring a hexagonal earthwork structure with four battlements facing the sea.
Built between 1749 and 1751 during King John V's reign, the fortress served as a strategic defense point for the Setúbal river mouth.
The fortress houses the Luís de Saldanha Oceanographic Museum, presenting exhibits about marine biology and the ecological aspects of the region.
Visitors can explore the fortress from Tuesday to Friday between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, with extended hours until 6:00 PM on Saturdays.
The fortress chapel contains a 17th-century image of Our Lady carved in lioz stone, connecting military architecture with religious heritage.
Location: Azeitão (São Lourenço e São Simão)
GPS coordinates: 38.47358,-8.98297
Latest update: March 8, 2025 07:57
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