Buarcos Fortress

Category: Military Architecture > Fortress

District: Coimbra > Figueira da Foz > Buarcos > Várzea

Location

Located in the village of Buarcos, parish of the municipality of Figueira da Foz, district of Coimbra, Portugal.

Historical Significance

The Buarcos Fortress was part of the coastal defense system, along with the Palheiros Fort and the Santa Catarina Fort, protecting the region's old seaport.

Heritage Classification

It has been classified as a Property of Public Interest since 1961, highlighting its historical and cultural relevance.

Construction Period

, Possible beginning during the reign of John I of Portugal (1385-1433).

, More likely built during the reign of Manuel I of Portugal (1495-1521).

, It was built to protect against attacks by English and Dutch privateers, as well as Barbary pirates.

Current State

, Currently, only a small section of the original walls remains.

, This section includes two bastions and is parallel to the Buarcos beach promenade.

Tourist Attraction

, The site offers an interesting insight into the military and defensive history of the region.

, Ideal for lovers of history and military architecture.

, Close to other tourist attractions in Figueira da Foz and its beautiful beach.

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

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