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The Castro Marim Salt Pans, located in the Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo António Salt Marsh Nature Reserve, are a historical and ecological landmark of the Algarve, where the artisanal production of salt and fleur de sel remains alive. 👍

Getting here by bike requires some climbing. But it's definitely worth it.

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.

Castro Marim Castle was strategically built in the 13th century on a hill on the right bank of the Guadiana River. Currently, only the remains of the castle remain, including four towers, a gate, the ruins of the 14th-century Church of São Tiago, the Mayor's Palace, and a few houses.

In the images, what you see most are pine trees, not cork oaks. These are still beautiful images.👍🥾

An important natural product is extracted from the sea's saltwater here. Only through the power of the elements, sun and wind, which evaporate the water in the saltworks' shallow basins, does pure salt remain. Even today, you won't find a kitchen without salt to season dishes. But in earlier times, it had an additional significance: It was important for preserving food—making it so precious that salt was called "white gold."

Castro Marim Castle was strategically built in the 13th century on a hill on the right bank of the River Guadiana. It bears witness to the region's rich military and cultural history. The semi-circular outer wall enclosed the settlement and the so-called Old Castle, and it was here that the town initially developed. Today there are only remains of the castle with four turrets, a gate, the ruins of the 14th-century Church of São Tiago (Saint James), the Palácio dos Alcaides (Governor’s Palace) and houses.

Entrance fee €1.10 per adult...you have a fantastic panoramic view from up here. You can see the entire town, the Salinas, the bridge between Portugal and Spain and have a great view of Ayamonte. There are toilets and the ruins are beautiful to look at. Visit on January 12th, 2025