High in the Sintra Mountains with a breathtaking view over the mountains and the sea, we find the Moorish Castle. This ancient fortification from the 10th century represents the period of Muslim occupation in the Iberian peninsula.
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{fa-map-marker } Where it is located
The Moorish Castle is located between the historic center of Sintra and the Pena National Palace. It is possible to access by public transport or by foot on a trail marked from the historic center.
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{fa-map-marker } The Castle
One of the most breathtaking aspects of this fortification is the possibility to go through its walls, located on the cliffs of the mountain.
In addition to the walls, there are other interesting ruins found both inside and outside the castle.
{fa-map-marker } From Sintra to the Moorish Castle
From the historic centre of Sintra, you can access the Moorish Castle and also the Pena National Palace through signposted trails. The trails take hikers through the forest, the small watercourses and some gardens and old villages. The degree of difficulty of the courses is not very high.
View from the Castle to the historic centre of Sintra
{fa-map-marker } Pedestrian Walk of Vila Sassetti
Along this route, you will cross a surprising building inspired by the castles of Lombardy and where you can admire its gardens and a water line that feeds the small waterfalls and ponds.
The hiking trail starts in the gardens of Vila Sassetti and passes through the main building. Outside the property you will pass by an emblematic place for climbing lovers, and by the Loureiros Forest characteristic of the place. The route ends at Tapada dos Bichos where you can choose between accessing the Castelo Moorish Castle or the Park and National Palace of Pena.
The course is 1900m long and has moderate difficulty.
{fa-map-marker } Pedestrian Walk of Santa Maria
This walking trail runs along the hillside facing the historic centre of Sintra and offers beautiful panoramic views. The route is mainly taken on an irregular path and in forest areas with some steep slopes. The degree of difficulty is considered easy and has a dimension of 1770 meters.
The access route to the castle
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{fa-map-marker } When visit?
The village of Sintra is a tourist attraction for all who visit Lisbon. The Moorish Castle and the National Palace of Pena are also the most visited monuments in Sintra, so if you prefer a visit with shorter lines, the best time will be between autumn and spring. In fact, if you live in Portugal, it will not be difficult to find a weekend with good weather for a walk through Sintra and also the famous Quinta da Regaleira.
{fa-map-marker } Price and how to get there?
O preçário do Castelo dos Mouros pode ser consultado aqui.
The price of Castelo dos Mouros can be consulted here. You can also purchase online right away. There is the possibility of joining several monuments in just one ticket and this way the total value will be cheaper.
Access to the castle can be made by the pedestrian routes already mentioned, by bus (Sctotturb) from the centre of the town of Sintra. The car access is conditioned.
View from Moorish Castle
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