The Fortress of Saint James of Sesimbra (also known as the Fortress of Santiago) is a fortress located in the parish of Santiago in the coastal town and municipality of Sesimbra, in the Setúbal District of Portugal. It was built between 1642 and 1648 on the site of an earlier 16th-century Manueline fort.

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January 11, 2025

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The Santiago Fortress has been part of the Sesimbra community for 365 years. It was built at a time when danger came from the sea and maritime borders had to be defended. However, the course of history has caused it to lose its defensive preponderance.
In 2016, the Santiago Fortress received the largest project ever dedicated to the space: the Sesimbra Maritime Museum, which presents the history of the sea, fishing and the fishing community from the earliest times to the present day.

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Barbara

September 17, 2023

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Super nice view of the Atlantic with outdoor seating in the restaurant. Tourist information is also there.

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1. Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach – Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach loop from Sesimbra

8.24km

02:20

180m

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

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2. Sesimbra Castle – Sesimbra Promenade loop from Sesimbra

7.83km

02:22

260m

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

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3. Sesimbra Beach – View of the Tróia Peninsula loop from Sesimbra

20.4km

06:01

550m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: Santiago, Setúbal, Portugal

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Fortress of Santiago in Sesimbra

1. Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach – Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach loop from Sesimbra

2. Sesimbra Castle – Sesimbra Promenade loop from Sesimbra

3. Sesimbra Beach – View of the Tróia Peninsula loop from Sesimbra

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