Castlemap

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Castles near Guimarães

41 castles, fortresses, palaces and ruins within 100 km of the city centre — every one on the interactive map, with photos, distances and directions.

The closest is Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, 1 km north of the city centre; the most famous is Castle of Guimarães — #644 of 7,738 worldwide — 1 km north. The oldest dated site in the circle is Episcopal Palace, Braga, founded 388.

The 100 km circle reaches into 2 countries — Portugal (32), Spain (9).

Within 25 km of Guimarães

Day trips: 25–60 km

Farther afield: 60–100 km

+ 15 more in this range — every one is on the interactive map.

Distances are straight-line from the city centre. City coordinates and population: Wikidata Q170903.

Frequently asked questions

How many castles are near Guimarães?

The Castlemap atlas maps 41 landmarks (27 castles · 5 fortresses · 4 palaces & châteaux · 5 ruins) within 100 km of the centre of Guimarães, measured straight-line — a curated selection of well-documented landmarks, not a count of every fortification ever built.

What is the closest castle to Guimarães?

Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, a palace 1 km north of the city centre.

What is the most famous castle near Guimarães?

Castle of Guimarães, ranked #644 of 7,738 worldwide in the atlas's fame ranking — 1 km north from Guimarães.

What is the oldest castle near Guimarães?

The oldest dated landmark in the circle is Episcopal Palace, Braga, founded 388 — 16 km north-west. Earlier structures may have existed; this is the oldest with a documented founding year.

Nearby city guides: Braga (16 km) · Vila Nova de Famalicão (19 km) · Paredes (27 km) · Barcelos (29 km). See also medieval castles · all rankings · castles by country.