Castro Marim Historia
Castro Marim: Castle
The castle of Castro Marim has been erected in the 13. Century during the reign of king D. Afonso III to protect the harbour on the mouth of the Guadiana river. In 1920 it has been classified as National Monument.
Castro Marim Castle
Castelo Velho, the interior oldest part of the castle
Castro Marim Castle
View from the walls to the courtyard, where each year in summer a medieval spectacle and market take place.
Castro Marim Castle
View from tthe castellation to the castle yard.
Castro Marim Castle
Interior of the museum of the castle
Castro Marim Castle
Museum of the castle: documents of the history of Castro Marim
Castro Marim Castle
Altar in the museum of the chapel
Castro Marim: Fortress São Sebastião
View from the castle of Castro Marim to the castle São Sebastião, erected in the 17th. Century to protect Portugal against Spain.