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The Top 18 Castles in the Tras-os-monte

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 18

beautiful castles to choose from in the Tras-os-monte. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: November 22, 2025

Palace of the Dukes of Braganza

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The Palace of the Dukes of Braganza is an imposing and well kept medieval estate and former residence of the first Dukes of Braganza, located in the historical centre of …

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Guimarães Castle

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Entrance ticket with the palace next to 6EU. Nice views of the neighborhood.

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Church of São Miguel do Castelo

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Always go around to the left ... In the middle of the sun, several stone slabs embedded in the ground, under which many knights are buried. Right at the beginning …

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Valença Fortress 🏰

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This central gate is a good bikeable entry into this amazingly well-preserved fortified town. Note that the north gate approach has stairs, so it's best to just use that for …

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Castro Laboreiro Castle

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Castle ruins in a dominant location on a hill, in difficult to access terrain.

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Salvaterra de Miño Fortress

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The original fortress was built almost a thousand years ago, back in the 10th or perhaps the 11th. The original wall that surrounds the castle dates from the 12th century …

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Portugal Was Born Here (Guimarães City Walls)

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The lettering "Aqui nasceu Portugal" ... is written on the old city walls of Guimãres ... the cradle of the nation. Portugal was born here ...

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Clock Tower 🏰 and information ℹ️

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Old city tower with medieval clockwork next to the tourist office

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Vila Nova de Cerveira Castle

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Medieval castle in the middle of town. Inside there is the old Misericórdia church. There used to be a pousada here, but construction is currently underway.

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Caminha Historic Centre 🏰

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The Romans left numerous traces here. The historic town center as a whole is under monument protection. It is characterized by narrow streets with historical buildings. Its traffic-calmed center around …

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The Top 18 Castles in the Tras-os-monte

Palace of the Dukes of Braganza

Guimarães Castle

Church of São Miguel do Castelo

Valença Fortress 🏰

Castro Laboreiro Castle

Salvaterra de Miño Fortress

Portugal Was Born Here (Guimarães City Walls)

Clock Tower 🏰 and information ℹ️

Vila Nova de Cerveira Castle

Caminha Historic Centre 🏰

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