Castelo de Montemor-o-Novo
Of the wall, built during the reign of King Dinis, the main section remains, defended by eleven turrets. The fortress, currently in ruins, already existing during the reign of D. Sancho I, has a rectangular plan and is protected by two towers. The Santarém and Sol gates are in good condition; The Angel Gate has some weaknesses and the location of the Évora gate and tower is unknown.
- 1.00€
- Cash
- Easy external parking
- Castles & Fortresses
- Visitable (no guide)
Characteristics
- tuesday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30
- wednesday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30
- thursday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30
- friday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30
- saturday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30
- sunday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30
- holiday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30
- tuesday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- wednesday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- thursday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- friday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- saturday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- sunday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- holiday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
opening hours
Summer
Winter
Monuments near Castelo de Montemor-o-Novo
Capela de Nossa Senhora da Paz
Little chapel of the 16th century or earlier. Has a panel of blue tiles over the main door. This is one of the routes of the Saints Steps.
Escultura aos Resistentes Antifascistas do Alentejo
Sculpture with 4 metres, erected in 1996 in honor of Anti-fascist Resistant of Alentejo.
