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The Top 12 Castles around Elvas

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 12

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

Last updated: November 14, 2025

Alcazaba of Badajoz

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Located in the highest part of Badajoz, it was originally built in the year 875 by the hand of Abd-al-Ramman Ibn Marwan "El Yilliqui" and being modified and completed by …

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Views of the Alcazaba of Badajoz

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From this side of the Guadiana River you can see the Alcazaba de Badajoz in all its splendor. You can see the towers, walls and how they look at the river. Above, is the Fort of San Cristóbal.

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Fort of Graça

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Magnificent and grandiose building on Praça de Elvas on a large hill to the north.
Remarkable example of 19th century military architecture. XVIII and considered by many historians to be …

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Castle of Elvas

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This castle differs significantly from other castles in Portugal, as it is more of a fortress than a royal residence. It is located to the north of the city, with …

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Castle of Campo Maior

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The Castle of Campo Maior is a medieval military fortress located in the civil parish of São João Bapista, municipality of Campo Maior, part of a first line of defense …

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Castle of Vila Viçosa

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The fortress's origins date back to the 13th century, during the reign of King Afonso III, who ordered its construction. Over the centuries, the structure was adapted and reinforced. It …

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Porta de Olivença (West Gate)

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Among the original entrances to the fortress, the western gate, known as the Porta de Olivenza, stands out. This monumental, west-facing gate was one of the main entrances to the …

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Castle of the Moon

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Good trails for running, although in some sections there are quite a few loose rocks that require careful handling.

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Archaeological Museum in the Castle

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The Archaeological Museum in the Castelo presents artifacts dating from 3000 AD to the 18th century. The first floor features hunting trophies and weapons belonging to the Bragança family. The …

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Juromenha Fortress

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Get to the end of the street to see the views of the castle and the Guadiana river, which borders between Spain and Portugal

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View from Castelo de Vila Viçosa

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The castle stands on a small hill. From there, you have an excellent view of the village, the Praça da República, and the Paço Ducal de Vila Viçosa.

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The Top 12 Castles around Elvas

Alcazaba of Badajoz

Views of the Alcazaba of Badajoz

Fort of Graça

Castle of Elvas

Castle of Campo Maior

Castle of Vila Viçosa

Porta de Olivença (West Gate)

Castle of the Moon

Archaeological Museum in the Castle

Juromenha Fortress

View from Castelo de Vila Viçosa

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