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The Castle of Cola is an Iron Age hillfort that was later reinforced as an Islamic fortress in Portugal’s Alentejo region, now classified as a National Monument. It forms the centre of the Castro da Cola archaeological park, which features Megalithic, Chalcolithic, Bronze, and Iron Age remains. The polygonal fortification, with thick walls, a towered entrance, and a rock-hewn cistern, was strategically positioned to guard a key route into the Algarve.

Cola Castle is a significant archaeological site. Classified as a National Monument, it was an ancient residence from the Iron Age. The larger Archaeological Park of Castro da Cola also includes other interesting prehistoric monuments including megalithic and chalcolithic ones and several necropolises dating back to the Bronze and Iron Ages. The defensive structure of the castro, dating back to the Iron Age, has a polygonal plan with reinforced blocks. The entrance was strategically controlled by a tower. The rest of the defensive structure was surrounded by walls, which are still visible today on the surrounding pastures and continue to protect the ancient castle.

The Casa D. Maria on Rua Fialho de Almeida is a palatial building from the 20th century with many staircases and towers, but looks older than it is.

Namorados has an intriguing name, an echo of young people protected in battles of old. Once a bastion of watch over the mineral riches hidden underground, today it silently guards the mysteries of endless trails. It is a good place to spend the night, as the sunsets over the hills of the Alentejo countryside are magical.

Nice and quiet place. Deserve a visit.

All cyclist are welcome. Hot showers and a bike-station (with some basic tools) on the area. Really good budget place.

So close and so far. Like an old Soviet nuclear submarine, here you are in deep water. Beware of the arbutus! If you drink, promise not to walk on the tarmac for the next 12 hours.

It's a small building where you can fix your bike. It is usually closed, but the key is at the Tourist Office or the Fire Service.