celebrated on the .National Castle Day is7th of October

On this day you can visit several Portuguese castles for free and learn a little more about the history of these emblematic buildings in Portuguese history. It is a golden opportunity to discover the castles of Portugal, with guided tours that allow you to get to know Portuguese castles in depth. In addition to visits, the medieval period is also recreated in some castles in Portugal.

If you've always wanted to visit a particular castle, this is the day to do it. The following year you can visit another castle.

Date origin

Since 1984, the National Castle Day has been celebrated in October. Initially it was celebrated on the first Saturday of the month but in 2003 the 7th was established as the official date. It aims to promote initiatives and activities throughout the country aimed at reflecting on the fortifie…