Muralhas de Elvas

The stone fortifications of Elvas encompass the entire town with thick walls, bastions, and ravelins forming a complete defensive perimeter against potential attacks.

The walls, constructed during the 17th and 18th centuries, protected Portugal from Spanish invasions and remained a critical military stronghold throughout numerous conflicts.

The National Monument status reflects the fortification's role in Portuguese military engineering, demonstrating advanced construction methods of the early modern period.

Visitors can access the walls through multiple entry points, walk along the ramparts, and observe the surrounding landscape from various observation platforms.

The defensive structure incorporates geometric patterns in its layout, with each bastion positioned to create overlapping fields of fire for maximum protection.

Location: Caia, São Pedro e Alcáçova

Part of: Garrison Border Town of Elvas and its Fortifications

GPS coordinates: 38.88219,-7.16315

Latest update: March 6, 2025 23:36