Forte de São Jorge de Oitavos, Cascais

Name: Forte de São Jorge de Oitavos
Address: Estrada do Guincho, Cascais, 2750-642, Portugal
Telephone: +351 21 481 5949

#42 among attractions in Cascais

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The Fort of São Jorge) is located on the coastal highway EN 247, near the Oitavos dunes, in the parish and municipality of Cascais, Lisbon district, Portugal. It was one of a series of forts stretching from the Tower of Belem close to Lisbon to Cabo da Roca. It is now a museum. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1641 (383 years ago)Coordinates: 38°41'59"N, 9°28'5"W

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Estrada do GuinchoCascais 2750-642 Portugal

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+351 21 481 5949

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