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Forte de Cacela - Largo Ibn Darraj Al-Qastalli

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Forte de Cacela - Largo Ibn Darraj Al-Qastalli

Recommended by 11 road cyclists out of 12

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Parque Natural da Ria Formosa

Cycling is not permitted at this location

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Location: Vila Nova De Cacela, Algarve, Portugal

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1. Cow by the Wayside loop from Monte Gordo

40.3km

01:46

270m

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2. Bar/Café – Cow by the Wayside loop from Cacela

29.1km

01:24

300m

Intermediate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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3. Quinta de Cima – Coastal Ecoway – to Tavira loop from Monte Gordo

31.1km

01:33

200m

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March 11, 2022

The Fortress of Cacela Velha, also known as the Forte de Cacela, is a fortified building located in Cacela Velha, one of the most beautiful villages in the Algarve, overlooking the mouth of the Ria Formosa. The date of its primitive construction is not known for sure, perhaps it predates the foundation of Portuguese nationality. Its function has always been the defense and surveillance of the Algarve coast. When there was a threat of attacks, the bell would ring and the population would gather here to prepare the defense of their territory.
Initially it was under Islamic rule, later, in 1240 it passed to Christian rule.
It has changed over the centuries. In 1755 the earthquake almost completely destroyed it. In 1770 began its reconstruction. Nowadays it continues with the same function, the Fortress is occupied by the Fiscal Guard (GNR) and, for this reason, its interior cannot be visited. The exterior is free and worth the visit, especially the panoramic view over the mouth of the Ria Formosa, which is a beautiful view from this place.

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Location: Vila Nova De Cacela, Algarve, Portugal

Forte de Cacela - Largo Ibn Darraj Al-Qastalli

1. Cow by the Wayside loop from Monte Gordo

2. Bar/Café – Cow by the Wayside loop from Cacela

3. Quinta de Cima – Coastal Ecoway – to Tavira loop from Monte Gordo

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