Castro Verde

Moinho de Vento

Castro Verde

A tower mill restored in 2003, although the exact date of its construction is unknown. Decommissioned since the 1930s, it served as a residence until its restoration by the city government. All that remains of the original building are the …

Rua Dom Afonso Henriques

Castro Verde

Rua Dom Afonso Henriques is one of the most emblematic streets in the municipality of Castro Verde, stretching from Praça da República to Largo Victor Guerreiro Prazeres, passing through Largo da Câmara. It is around this street, with its Portuguese …

Local Histórico da Batalha de Ourique

Castro Verde

Although the location of the famous Battle of Ourique is not agreed upon by all historians, many point to the "Campo de Ourique" as the likely site of the battle between Christians and Moors. The battle, which took place in …

Núcleo Urbano de Castro Verde

Castro Verde

The Tourist Office organizes a tour that takes in Castro Verde's main attractions. By appointment, you can visit the Royal Basilica, the Lucerne Museum, and local crafts, among other attractions.

Igreja da Misericórdia de Castro Verde

Castro Verde

The church, built in the first half of the 16th century, features Manueline and Mannerist architecture. In the second half of the 18th century, it underwent extensive renovations, including the altarpiece, decoration of the chancel, arch, and vault. In the …

Parque da Liberdade

Castro Verde

Large and pleasant green space with an outdoor amphitheater and several garden benches.

Sítio Arqueológico de São Pedro das Cabeças

Castro Verde

Archaeological remains date back to the Second Iron Age, 5th and 3rd centuries BC. The chronological period ranges from the Chalcolithic to the Roman period. It is also said that the Battle of Ourique took place in São Pedro das …

Ermida de São Pedro das Cabeças

Castro Verde

A Mannerist monument marking the site of the Battle of Ourique, believed to have taken place on July 25, 1139. It is a pilgrimage sanctuary, predominantly of 16th-century style, reflected in the construction of small, single-nave churches. It features a …

Igreja das Chagas do Salvador / Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios

Castro Verde

This church was built on top of another church, whose founding is legendary and attributed to D. Afonso Henriques. In the 18th century, the façade was rebuilt, displaying an interesting Baroque style. Inside, a marbled stucco main altarpiece with a …

Miradouro da Ermida de Aracelis

Castro Verde

Located at an altitude of approximately 294 meters, this space offers views of the Alentejo plains. In winter, you can spot bustards.

Núcleo Etnográfico do Monte das Oliveiras

Castro Verde

This agricultural farm showcases life on a typical Alentejo farm. It includes a small ethnographic center made up of objects and memories of the owners. To visit this site, which is also notable for being home to the largest White …