Castelo de Óbidos

The castle rises at a height of 79 meters above sea level, with an irregular rectangular (organic) plan, mixing elements of the Romanesque, Gothic, Manueline and Baroque styles, distributed over two main areas: the castle (currently the Pousada do Castelo, or Pousada de Óbidos) and the intra-mural neighborhood.

Access is via four doors and two wickets, highlighting the Porta da Vila or Porta de Nossa Senhora da Piedade, surmounted by an inscription, placed there by King D. João IV (1640-1656), and which reads: The Virgin Our Lady was conceived without original sin. Inside there is a chapel with a balcony, covered in 18th century tiles.

Currently considered one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal, Óbidos Castle is the stage for many international events and events.