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Castro Marim Castle

Recommended by 42 hikers out of 48

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Please check local regulations for: Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António

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Location: Castro Marim, Algarve, Portugal

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1. Castro Marim Castle loop from Vila Real de Santo António

15.3km

03:52

30m

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

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2. Zonas húmidas de Castro Marim – Salt Pans of Castro Marim loop from Castro Marim

10.8km

02:44

20m

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

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3. Castro Marim Castle – Talhão Path loop from Monte Gordo

28.2km

07:10

70m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Bryan | Exploro Ergo Sum

August 18, 2025

In the heart of the Algarve, perched on a hill on the right bank of the Guadiana River, Castro Marim Castle holds centuries of history and battles. Although human presence in the region dates back to prehistoric times, it was here that Romans and Muslims found a strategically valuable vantage point, taking advantage of its privileged position.

The imposing fortification you can visit today (for a small fee) was built in the 13th century by order of King Dinis, serving as a defensive bastion against invasions and as a watchful sentinel on the border with Spain.

At the top, the reward is a breathtaking panoramic view: the town of Castro Marim at your feet, the shimmering salt flats, the bridge connecting Portugal and Spain, and, in the distance, neighboring Ayamonte.

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Andreas

December 1, 2023

At the end of August, a medieval market with knights' games is held in the castle.

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Andreas

December 1, 2023

Small town worth seeing near the Spanish border with an impressive castle.

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1. Castro Marim Castle loop from Vila Real de Santo António

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