"Aquí nasceu Portugal" - "Here Portugal was born" - is emblazoned in large letters on the old city wall. Afonso Henriques is said to have come from this small town. He courageously broke away from Spain in 1139, proclaiming himself the first king of Portugal and making Guimarães its first capital.

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1. Salado Monument – Guimarães Castle loop from Guimarães

4.45km

01:15

90m

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2. Palace of the Dukes of Braganza – Guimarães Castle loop from Cepães

10.5km

03:28

460m

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

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3. Salado Monument – Palace of the Dukes of Braganza loop from Guimarães

2.98km

00:49

50m

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

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Location: Guimarães (São Sebastião), Braga, Portugal

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Portugal Was Born Here (Guimarães City Walls)

1. Salado Monument – Guimarães Castle loop from Guimarães

2. Palace of the Dukes of Braganza – Guimarães Castle loop from Cepães

3. Salado Monument – Palace of the Dukes of Braganza loop from Guimarães

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