The Top 5 Castles around Ria Formosa
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 5
beautiful castles to choose from around Ria Formosa. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Ria Formosa. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 15, 2025
A well-restored village with a church, a fortress and a great view of the easternmost lagoon of the Ria Formosa.
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The Fortress of Cacela Velha, also known as the Forte de Cacela, is a fortified building located in Cacela Velha, one of the most beautiful villages in the Algarve, overlooking …
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In Roman times this was an important port. Therefore, a fortress tower called Torre Aires was built so that the port city could be protected from here.
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The Fortaleza Sao Joao da Barra, as the fortress of Cabanas is actually called, is an imposing structure on the outskirts of the town. It represents a quadrangular, star-shaped plant …
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It was built from scratch in the second half of the 16th century during the reign of King Sebastian (1568-1578) to protect the entrance to the river from Muslim pirate attacks while protecting the city of Tavira.
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