Historic Architecture at Sagres Fortress

Sagres Fortress, established in the 15th century, is attributed to Prince Henry the Navigator. The fortress served as a defense and navigation school, holding notable historical value.

The fortress features an unusual design—comprised of a single fortified wall and protected by three natural cliffs. Visitors can view the impressive 'rosa dos ventos', a 43m-diameter stone pattern, and the Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Graça, a 16th-century church.

Notable Features

🌿 Key highlight #1: Unique architecture of a single fortified wall.

🗺️ Key highlight #2: The 43m 'rosa dos ventos' compass pattern.

🏛️ Key highlight #3: 16th-century Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Graça church.

Visitors can enjoy the site for free, making it ideal for tourists, families, and history enthusiasts alike. Accessible areas present a rich exploration of the region's flora and fauna.