Ponte de Mértola

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The Ponte Velha de Mértola, also referred to as the Ponte Branca or Torre do Rio, is a structure located along the Guadiana River, in the civil parish of Mértola, municipality of Mértola, in the Portuguese district of Beja. Although named a bridge, the structure is the remains of a wharf and fortified port, linked to the defensive curtain of the walled city. ()

Alternative names: Completed: XII centuryCoordinates: 37°38'9"N, 7°39'51"W

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Ponte de Mértola – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of Nossa Senhora da Anunciação, Castle of Mertola, Guadiana Valley Natural Park, Mértola.

~960 ftN
Church
Church of Nossa Senhora da Anunciação
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Portugal, the Church of Nossa Senhora da Anunciação stands as a testament to the country's rich religious heritage and architectural prowess. This historical church, with its origins dating back to the 15th century, is a revered site for both...
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Forts and castles
Castle of Mertola
6 min walk • The Castle of Mértola is a well-preserved medieval castle located in the civil parish and municipality of Mértola, in the Portuguese district of Beja.
1.5 miNE
Park
Guadiana Valley Natural Park
38 min walk • Guadiana Valley Natural Park is a natural park in southeastern Portugal. It is one of the 30 areas which are officially under protection in the country. The top of the flow gage tower was reached by the Guadiana twice in 50 years.
~1280 ftNE
Locality
Mértola
7 min walk • Mértola is a municipality in southeastern Portuguese Alentejo near the Spanish border. In 2011, the population was 7,274, in an area of approximately 1,292.87 square kilometres: it is the sixth-largest municipality in Portugal.