In 1983, UNESCO granted world heritage status to the Templar Castle and the Convent of the Knights of Christ in Tomar, a unique monument in the history of the Western world. Built on a site originally used for Roman worship, this vast monumental complex illustrates seven centuries of Portuguese history and contains several important reminders of decisive moments in the history of the Western world.

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The castle was part of the Christians' defense system against the Moors and remained an important stronghold until the Middle Ages.

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The remains of the Knights Templar in Tomar

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Best routes to Convent of Christ and Castle of Tomar

1. Mata Nacional dos Sete Montes - circular route in Tomar

3.45km

01:00

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Mouchão Park – Mouchão Hydraulic Wheel loop from Tomar

5.43km

01:28

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Aqueduto dos Pegões – Republic Square, Tomar loop from Tomar

11.2km

03:05

190m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 110 m

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Thursday 5 March

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54 %

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Max wind speed: 29.0 km/h

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Location: Tomar (São João Baptista), Santarém, Portugal

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Praça da República, Tomar

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Jardim da Várzea Pequena

Statue of Dom Gualdim Pais

Estalagem Santa Iria

Main Cloister (Cloister of D. João III), Convent of Christ

Parque do Mouchão

Capela de São Gregório de Tomar

Arco das Freiras de Tomar

Ponte Romana da Fervença

Igreja de Santa Maria dos Olivais

Vista de Tomar

Convent of Christ and Castle of Tomar

1. Mata Nacional dos Sete Montes - circular route in Tomar

2. Mouchão Park – Mouchão Hydraulic Wheel loop from Tomar

3. Aqueduto dos Pegões – Republic Square, Tomar loop from Tomar

Other Popular Places to Check Out

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