Castle of Portel

Intact walls and wall walk, not much else

The castle can be seen for miles around, which is quite lucky as reaching it by car is a nightmare. The streets are narrow, made narrower by steps jutting out and lots are one way. We gave up and du...

One of The Alentajo's Many Castles

This 13th century castle dominates the skyline above Portel. It is a ruin and only the castle's walls remain. That said, it is worth a visit and it is possible o climb stairs up to the battlements ...

We were the only ones there!

My husband and I loved exploring this castle, mainly because we were the only ones there! Tiny, in ruins, but you can walk the ramparts, take in a 360 degree view, and pretend you are the Lord and La...

Whorth a short visit

The castle, built in the Xlll century and modified in the XV, is impressive if seen from a distance. But it's an empty shell, what is left now are just ruins, even if the walls were consolidated after...

A short stop to Evora

From the South beachs to Evora the road show at a moment the indicator to Portel and in the top of the hill could be seen the old castle. It is a small and nice village around the castle with traditio...