Castle of Alvor

#100 among destinations in Portugal

Forts and castles, Historical place

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The Castle of Alvor is a medieval castle in the civil parish of Alvor, in the Portuguese district of Faro: considered to be a significant military monument associated with the nearby Castle of Silves. ()

Local name: Castelo de Alvor Built: VII century B.C.Coordinates: 37°7'45"N, 8°35'37"W

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Castle of Alvor – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Alto Golf and Country Club, Fort of Ponta da Bandeira, Estádio Municipal de Portimão, Fort of Santa Catarina.

~810 ftNE
Golf
Alto Golf and Country Club, Portimão
4 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque region of the Algarve, the Alto Golf and Country Club in Portimão, Portugal, is a premier destination for golf enthusiasts and leisure seekers alike. This meticulously designed golf course is a true gem, offering both challenging play for...
4.6 miSW
City wall, Battlefield
Fort of Ponta da Bandeira, Lagos
118 min walk • Nestled along the scenic coastline of Lagos, Portugal, the Fort of Ponta da Bandeira is a testament to the city's historic maritime defenses. This 17th-century fortress, also known as the Forte da Ponta da Bandeira, stands as a stoic guardian at the mouth of the...
3 miE
Arenas and stadiums, Football, Sport
Estádio Municipal de Portimão, Portimão
77 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Portimão, the Estádio Municipal de Portimão stands as a testament to the city's passion for sports and its commitment to providing top-notch facilities for athletes and fans alike. This modern sport venue is the home ground of...
3.6 miE
View point, Forts and castles
Fort of Santa Catarina, Portimão
93 min walk • The Fort of Santa Catarina, a historical sentinel overlooking the mouth of the Arade River, is a proud emblem of Portimão's rich maritime past. Constructed in the 17th century during the reign of King Philip II of Spain, who was also Philip I of Portugal, this coastal...
4.4 miE
Lighthouse
Ponta do Altar Lighthouse
112 min walk • Perched on the cliffs of the Algarve coast, the Ponta do Altar Lighthouse stands as a sentinel over the picturesque town of Ferragudo, Portugal. This historic beacon has guided mariners safely through the treacherous waters of the Atlantic since its inauguration.
4 miE
Forts and castles
Fort of São João do Arade, Portimão
102 min walk • Perched on the rocky coastline of the Algarve, the Fort of São João do Arade stands as a sentinel over the estuary of the River Arade, in the city of Portimão, Portugal. This imposing castle, with its robust walls and strategic location, has been a watchful guardian...
4.7 miSW
Forts and castles
Castle of Lagos, Lagos
119 min walk • Nestled within the coastal town of Lagos, Portugal, the Castle of Lagos, also known as the Castle of the Governors, stands as a historical beacon overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. This formidable structure, steeped in centuries of history, dates back to the 16th century...
4 miE
Area
Ferragudo, Portimão
103 min walk • Ferragudo is a Portuguese civil parish at the western border of the municipality of Lagoa. The population in 2011 was 1,973, in an area of 5.41 km².
~220 ftNE
Locality
Alvor
2 min walk • Alvor is a civil parish in the municipality of Portimão, in the southern Algarve of Portugal. The population in 2011 was 6,154, in an area of 15.25 km².
1.5 miN
Memorial
Roman ruins of Quinta da Abicada
39 min walk • Abicada is the name of Roman ruins in Mexilhoeira Grande, to the north of the civil parish of Alvor, municipality of Portimão, in Algarve region, Portugal.
3.4 miE
Scenic beach near hotels and restaurants
Praia da Rocha, Portimão
86 min walk • Praia da Rocha is a beach and built up area on the Atlantic Ocean in the southern section of the concelho of Portimão, Algarve, southern Portugal. On the western edge of the beach stands the Fort of Santa Catarina. A 17th century fortress built to defend the mouth of the Arade River.