The Top 5 Castles around Ayamonte
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 Ayamonte. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Ayamonte. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: December 1, 2025
Castro Marim Castle
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In the heart of the Algarve, perched on a hill on the right bank of the Guadiana River, Castro Marim Castle holds centuries of history and battles. Although human presence …
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Isla Canela Tower
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The Isla Canela Tower (Torre de Isla Canela) was built between 1585 and 1608 as a defense tower against attacks by corsairs and other European cities that were at war …
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Inquisition Museum
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The Inquisition used various torture methods to extract confessions. These included:
Strappado: In this method, the victim's hands were tied behind their back and they were suspended by their arms, causing extreme pain in the shoulders.
Strappado: In this method, the victim's hands were tied behind their back and they were suspended by their arms, causing extreme pain in the shoulders.
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Forte de São Sebastião
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On the opposite side of the fort is the Forte de São Sebastião, a 17th century fortification.
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Fort of São Sebastião
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Nice view to the north of Castro Marim, the Castello de Castro Marim, the cable-stayed bridge over the border river Rio Guadiana, to the east of Spain and to the south of the Reserva Natural do Sopal.
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