Almourol Castle

Ribatejo · Portugal · Castle

On the Templars' island castle in the Tagus, the figure of a Moorish princess is said to appear on the walls, mourning her forbidden love.

The Castelo de Almourol rises dramatically from a rocky islet in the middle of the Tagus river, one of the mightiest Templar castles in Portugal. Legend tells of a Moorish commander's daughter who fell in love with a Christian knight – a forbidden love that ended in grief and death. The echo of their impossible passion is said never to have left the fortress, and the princess's figure is claimed to appear on the ramparts at dusk, especially around midsummer nights. The castle is reached by a small boat and is one of the country's most legend-wrapped destinations.

FAQ

Hvor ligger Almourol Castle?

Almourol Castle ligger i Ribatejo, Portugal.