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    1. Sendero de las Ciudades Amuralladas (GR-80) — Almeida circular desde Ciudad Rodrigo

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    09:19

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    Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    October 24, 2022

    The imposing fortress of Almeida that we enjoy today as a heritage tourist attraction was built in the 17th century. It is shaped like a 12-pointed star and is surrounded by a 12-meter-wide photos around the 2.5-kilometre perimeter. At its peak it was guarded by up to 5,000 men and was the scene of numerous battles.

    Originally, in the 12th century, the town prospered around a castle that was part of the kingdom of León. Almeida became part of Portugal after the Treaty of Alcañices in 1297.

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      October 11, 2021

      Walled village of Almeida. There is a hotel and at least one cafe/restaurant inside the walls. The sunset at the fort to the west is magnificent.

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        Location: Almeida, Guarda, Portugal

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