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Historic Village of Marvão

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Historic Village of Marvão

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Historic Village of Marvão

Recommended by 78 hikers out of 81

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Parque Natural da Serra de São Mamede

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Location: Marvão, Portalegre, Portugal

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1. Marvão Hiking Trail (PR 1) — Serra de São Mamede

9.32km

02:56

370m

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

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2. Marvão Castle – Historic Village of Marvão loop from São Salvador da Aramenha

7.05km

02:18

320m

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

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3. Historic Village of Marvão – View from Marvão Castle Walls loop from São Salvador da Aramenha

9.18km

02:53

350m

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MRB

November 16, 2022

Great historical village on a mountain top. In addition to beautiful white houses, it offers a ruined castle, a beautiful garden and a wonderful all-round view of the surrounding countryside.

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Noname

July 21, 2025

The fortified town of Marvão, 12 kilometers from Quinta do Pomarinho, is also known as the "Eagle's Nest." It boasts a spectacular location on a granite cliff, on one of the peaks of the Serra de São de Mamede mountain range. Marvão is completely walled and located in the Alto Alentejo region, on the Spanish border, which was formerly patrolled from the village.

The town of Marvão owes its name to Ibne Maruane, an Arab military leader who sought refuge here in the 11th century. He hid on Mount Ammaia and built a castle there, in the most remote and inaccessible spot he could find.

Years later, the castle was finally converted into a medieval fortress. Due to its location, it was a strategic defensive position between hills and slopes to the north, south, and west, accessible only on foot from the village side. For many years, Marvão was a municipality with a strong and significant involvement in many military conflicts in the region.
Today, Marvão is a rather sleepy town, but it's a lovely place to wander around.
For more information, see: feriasemportugal.com/marvao

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Carlos

January 29, 2019

Gorgeous village within the castle walls at the top of the mountain.

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Location: Marvão, Portalegre, Portugal

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Historic Village of Marvão

1. Marvão Hiking Trail (PR 1) — Serra de São Mamede

2. Marvão Castle – Historic Village of Marvão loop from São Salvador da Aramenha

3. Historic Village of Marvão – View from Marvão Castle Walls loop from São Salvador da Aramenha

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