Walls of D. Fernando/Fernandina Wall

The Fernandine Walls extend for 3,400 meters around Porto's historic center, featuring high stone fortifications with quadrangular towers and battlements.

King Fernando I completed the construction of these protective walls in 1376 to accommodate the growing population of Porto, which reached 10,000 inhabitants.

The remaining sections of the walls, designated as a National Monument of Portugal, represent the military architecture and urban planning of medieval Porto.

Visitors can explore the preserved sections between the Convent of Santa Clara and Luis I Bridge from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

The Carvão Gate, the last remaining entrance of the original structure, stands as evidence of Porto's coal trade through its riverside location.

Location: Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória

Part of: City walls of Porto

Address: Largo do Actor Dias, Rua Arnaldo Gama, Escadas dos Guindais, Escadas do Caminho Novo, Rua Francisco da Rocha Soares, Rua da Madeira, Campo dos Mártires da Pátria 4050-281 Porto

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GPS coordinates: 41.14259,-8.61136

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26