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Aljezur Castle

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  • Location: Aljezur, Algarve, Portugal

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    March 23, 2026

    Mountain biking

    At the top of the hill, Aljezur Castle stands on remains dating back to the Bronze Age, later integrated into the Islamic defensive system of the 12th–13th centuries. Conquered by the Christians during the reign of D. Afonso III, it still preserves part of its walls, two towers, and a vaulted cistern of Arab origin, as well as ruins of ancient dwellings.

    Even marked by time, the castle is a must-see monument: history in every stone and an open view over the valley and the Atlantic that rewards the climb.
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    July 13, 2022

    Cycling

    Small town with "castle" and historic center.
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    June 14, 2023

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    At the summit of Aljezur, this 10th-century Moorish fortress overlooks the town. Two towers still stand and terminate the end of a long wall that has remained almost untouched since its construction.
    The place is highly appreciated for the panorama it reveals over the town to the east and the coast to the west. From this height, the sunsets are spectacular.
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    Location: Aljezur, Algarve, Portugal

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