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Ascent to the highest point of the mountain range. A view worth the effort.

The castle was founded by King D. Dinis in 1290, with the aim of defending the Alentejo border. Originally, it had an imposing structure with a double ring of walls, twelve towers and eight gates. Over the centuries, it lost part of its structure to the growth of the city, but it remains a National Monument. The Keep is the best-preserved part of the original complex. Inside, there is a museum that you can visit.

Castelo do Alegrete is an imposing medieval fortress located on a rocky outcrop near the village of Alegrete, Portugal. Dating back to at least the 13th century (with probably older origins), it played a key role in defending the border with Spain. It features a large quadrilateral wall with cubic towers. Although part of the castle is in ruins, it still retains elements such as parapets, gates and arrow slits. It offers spectacular views of the surrounding landscape and is an important national monument, a testimony to the defensive history of the region.

Portalegre is a historic town in the Serra de São Mamede near the Spanish border, known for its medieval strategic role and rich religious and architectural heritage. It became a city in the 16th century under King João III. Today, it blends baroque charm with cultural landmarks like the Tapestry Museum and José Régio’s House-Museum.

The Castle of Portalegre is a medieval Portuguese castle located in the town of Portalegre. Positioned on a high point overlooking the old town, it stands out for its dark walls contrasting with whitewashed houses. Historically, it served as a key defense on the frontier with Castile.

Castelo do Alegrete is an imposing medieval fortress located on a rocky outcrop near the village of Alegrete, Portugal. Dating back to at least the 13th century (with probably older origins), it played a key role in defending the border with Spain. It features a large quadrilateral wall with cubic towers. Although part of the castle is in ruins, it still retains elements such as parapets, gates and arrow slits. It offers spectacular views of the surrounding landscape and is an important national monument, a testimony to the defensive history of the region.

Cruz do Cume is a small crossroads located in the Serra de São Mamede, in the district of Portalegre, in the northeast of Alentejo, near the city of Portalegre. It is located about 1 km downhill from Alto de São Mamede, which is the highest point in the mountain range at 1025 metres above sea level. This location is known as a good birdwatching spot, especially for species such as the crested tit and the linnet, and is surrounded by pine forests that are home to other birds such as the crested tit and the coal tit. Cruz do Cume also serves as a support and access point for outdoor activities, such as hiking and trail running, and is a stopover point for important races such as the Ultra Trail São Mamede (UTSM). In short, Cruz do Cume is an emblematic location in the Serra de São Mamede, valued for its nature, birdlife and relevance for mountain sports.

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