Rodão Castle or King Wamba's Castle

Category: Military Architecture > Castle

District: Castelo Branco > Vila Velha de Ródão > Vila Velha de Ródão

Location

, Situated in the parish and municipality of Vila Velha de Ródão, in the district of Castelo Branco, province of Beira Baixa, Portugal.

, It is located on a cliff above the Tagus River, in the Portas de Ródão, offering an exceptional panoramic view of the Tagus valley.

Castle Features

, Consists of a quadrangular watchtower, known as the keep.

, Surrounded by walls that reinforce its defensive structure.

Chapel of Our Lady of the Castle

, Located about 150 meters from the tower, it is a rustic hermitage.

, An integral part of the classified historical complex.

Classification and Requalification

, Classified as a Property of Public Interest since November 30, 1993.

, Since 1998, there has been a recovery and requalification project led by the Associação de Estudos do Alto Tejo and the Vila Velha de Ródão City Council.

History and Origin

, Traditionally attributed to the Visigothic king Wamba (r. 672–680), but modern authors suggest an origin in the era of the Muslim invasion of the Iberian Peninsula.

, It was rebuilt in the 12th century during the Christian Reconquista, possibly by the Knights Templar.

Conservation and Sustainability

, Recovery projects focus on the study of properties, characterization, and environmental monitoring.

, Objective to promote a sustainable use of the area, preserving the historical heritage.

Importance for Visitors

, A must-see viewpoint due to the stunning views over the Tagus River.

, The rich history and unique architecture make the castle a point of great cultural and tourist interest.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castelo_de_Ródão

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt