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The Top 11 Castles in Coimbra

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 11

beautiful castles to choose from in Coimbra. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: December 11, 2025

Montemor-o-Velho Castle

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Although there are references to its existence as early as the High Middle Ages, what remains today dates from the late 14th century.

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Fort Santa Catarina 🏰 Figueira da Foz

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Dominating the mouth of the Mondego, the construction of the Fort of Santa Catarina dates back to the end of the century. XVI, during the Philippine dynasty, and has an interesting military history associated with it.

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Lousã Castle

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The castle, built in the second half of the 11th century, is located in the Serra da Lousã, on the right bank of the Arouce River. Free entry, easy and free parking. Great hiking trails nearby (PR3 Rota da Levada).

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Castelo de Montemor-o-Velho

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Very well-kept castle ruins and completely free to visit. Parking directly in front of the entrance.

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Clock Tower - Infante D. Pedro Medieval Fair

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The Parish Council of Buarcos and São Julião, Figueira da Foz, organizes the Medieval Infante D. Pedro Fair, annually in April, boosting cultural tourism and promoting the parish in an …

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Observation Deck Overlooking Castelo da Lousã

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Resting and observation point located on the Passadiço da Senhora da Piedade.
With more or less than 1,200 meters, the Passadiço da Senhora da Piedade connects, in a safe and …

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Swing with View of Castelo de Germanelo

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the castle of Germanelo, started construction in 1142, has a circumference of 107 meters. The part of the N. wall, which has been largely restored, offers a highlight of 18 …

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Castelo de Penela

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Penela Castle is a medieval fortress with an irregular plan and winding outline, stretching from north to south taking advantage of the natural cliff, so that the walls vary in …

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Paço dos Duques de Cadaval

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Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval / Palace of Infante D. Pedro / Palace of the Counts of Tentúgal.
The name of the object was copied from Google maps. A very interesting place.

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Natural and scenic complex of Sr.ª da Piedade, Lousã

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The natural and landscape complex of Sr.ª da Piedade is located in an almost enchanted valley where, next to the river that flows there, towering cliffs rise topped by a …

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The Top 11 Castles in Coimbra

Montemor-o-Velho Castle

Fort Santa Catarina 🏰 Figueira da Foz

Lousã Castle

Castelo de Montemor-o-Velho

Clock Tower - Infante D. Pedro Medieval Fair

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