Of Roman origin, the town of Óbidos derives from the Latin opiddum, meaning "fortified city." Later occupied by Visigothic and Muslim peoples, it was reconquered by the first King of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, in 1148. Its walls still reveal traces of the ancient people who settled here, high atop the hill, overlooking the Óbidos Lagoon on one side and the Usseira Aqueduct on the other.

But Óbidos offers much more than monuments. There's a literary town to discover, full of color, excitement, and traditions.

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David Howells

February 16, 2021

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A lovely walk around the fortified town of Obidos and an amble along its tall walls. A charming place to spend the day. Yet another beautiful place in Portugal which is well worth visiting. Allow a day for this place.

Claudia

September 29, 2021

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This city is one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Portugal.

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1. Óbidos Town Gate – Óbidos Castle loop from Óbidos

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2. Óbidos – Town Gate – Óbidos Castle loop from Óbidos

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3. Óbidos Aqueduct – Óbidos – Town Gate loop from Óbidos

15.3km

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 50 m

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Location: Óbidos (São Pedro), Leiria, Portugal

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Castelo de Óbidos Garden

Castelo de Óbidos

Margens da Lagoa de Óbidos

Church of Santa Maria of Óbidos

Óbidos Town Wall Walk

Lagoa de Óbidos

Óbidos Castle

1. Óbidos Town Gate – Óbidos Castle loop from Óbidos

2. Óbidos – Town Gate – Óbidos Castle loop from Óbidos

3. Óbidos Aqueduct – Óbidos – Town Gate loop from Óbidos

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