Peniche Fortress, Military fortress and former political prison in Peniche, Portugal
The star-shaped fortress stretches across two hectares of land, featuring defensive walls that divide the structure into upper and lower sections.
Construction began in 1557 under King João III's orders, with the Round Bastion completed in 1558 following southern England's fortification designs.
The National Museum of Resistance and Freedom opened in 2017 within the fortress walls to document the experiences of political prisoners during Estado Novo.
The fortress, located at Campo da República in Peniche, maintains regular visiting hours and offers guided tours through its military and prison sections.
During the Second Boer War, the fortress provided sanctuary for South African refugees before transforming into an internment facility for German troops in World War I.
Location: Peniche
Inception: 1558
Website: https://museunacionalresistencialiberdade-peniche.gov.pt/en
GPS coordinates: 39.35323,-9.38114
Latest update: May 14, 2025 09:36
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