Castle of Póvoa de Lanhoso

We arrived very late for lunch but they welcomed us in and seated us at a table with the most amazing view over the surround countryside. The service was excellent and very attentive, all in Portuguese. Menu range was very large and delicious. We had two devine Bacalhau dishes, brilliant sea bass and the most amazing Picanha, the best in Portugal. Wide range of drinks and excellent Gin and Tonic selection. Finished with tasty desserts... would highly recommend!!

A unique location with a lot of interesting history. Worth the stop if you’re in the area

This impressive pile of stone sits atop a steep hill, nestled outside the main city center. The drive up is simple and there is plenty of parking available, though I imagine it would fill up on the weekends. The views from the top of the surrounding country are worth the effort alone!

I loved this place, no tourists at all. The video they play about the castle is very good and also the staff is very helpful and tell you anything about it.

Nominal cost to visit. Good film with an overview of the history of the castle. Well worth a walk around.

Small nice castle, 1 euro entrance, great views from the tower

This is a wonderful place, so full of history. The video they play on the upper floor is extremely interesting. The views from on top of the hill are breathtaking. Make sure to visit the associated ruins of the Celtic village (Castro) part way down the hill. Walk the path to the end where you will see three well restored Celtic homes. They are among the best restorations in Portugal.

We were alone there on a rainy Friday late afternoon and basically had the whole castle and museum for us. Also the explanations and history details felt like a private tour.

Great place to visit and it is free. The views are incredible.

Beautiful views and full of stories. I was lucky to go with a local friend who knows very well the history of the places we visited.

Love it. Very well preserved castle, with a museum inside, wonderful view from the walls and the root tower, and nice guy there that give all the information about the place.

Great place to have a picnic

Fantastic quality, very porch but not expensive probably cheaper than locals restaurants.

Absolutely beautiful everything

It's a nice castle on the top of a hill and the view is unique from there. A good place to camp and barbecue.

Extremely nice view and much less crowded than other castles in Portugal.

I mean, it's a castle - what's not to like?!?!

A place full of history with a fantastic view over Póvoa de Lanhoso.

Beautiful Castle with great view

Steep uphill. Beautiful landmarks.