It is located on a rocky site, approximately 820 meters above sea level. Remains of walls and the ruins of a watchtower are visible. Several objects were found inside the fort. Near the fort, you'll find a necropolis, a milestone, and trails that are part of Roman roads.

The fort was built primarily to defend the area, as well as its inhabitants, who traveled from the parish headquarters (Alcantarilha) to this location to dedicate themselves to their "art of work." Around 1720, a chapel dedicated to the fort's patron saint was built within the fortress. Today, it is known as the Chapel of Our Lady of the Afflicted.

Small chapel dedicated to St. Catherine of Alexandria, located inside the forte de Santa Catarina. The gothic stone portal.

Peniche is partially surrounded by 16th-century walls, which enclose the whitewashed houses divided by narrow streets. The walls have defended the city since that time, along with the Fort of Consolação and the Fort of São João Baptista das Berlengas. However, during the Peninsular War, it proved weak, succumbing to the Napoleonic invasions of 1807.

A fort with an elliptic plant and walls with battlements. The remnants of this building face, to the south, the railway and, to the north, the Largo Doutor Francisco Gomes and the Rua do Albergue.

Small temple located inside the forte de Santa Catarina. Deserve highlight the dome and the image of St. Catherine, patron saint of artillerymen, 18TH century.

Mannerist Chapel, located inside the Forte de São Neutel and built in the 17th century. Consists of a longitudinal plan simple and an interior space covered with a false plaster Vault.

Church located near the Forte de São sebastião (Fortress). One of the most important characteristics is the ornamental richness inside, with distemper wall paintings, decorating all the elevations.

Beacon installed at the Fort of San Miguel since 1903. Serves to aid navigation. And has currently a bright range of 15 miles, being completed by a warning beep in days of fog.

A square in the shape of an irregular polygon, with twelve fronts, seven bastions, and four half-bastions. The keep is located on a hillside. The defensive system of the stronghold encompassed the Forts of Santa Luzia and Graça. Currently, the gates of the Alcáçova and the Miradeiro remain.