Peniche Fortress
A 16th-century seafront fortress, later a political prison under the dictatorship, now the National Museum of Resistance and Freedom.
Verified: 2026-03-26
Key spots worth your time — with practical info to plan fast.
A 16th-century seafront fortress, later a political prison under the dictatorship, now the National Museum of Resistance and Freedom.
Verified: 2026-03-26
The tip of the peninsula, with a lighthouse, eroded limestone cliffs and the Nau dos Corvos sea stack; best at sunset.
Verified: 2026-03-26
A UNESCO biosphere reserve 10 km offshore, with clear water, sea caves and nesting seabirds; boats run mainly from May to September.
Verified: 2026-03-26
A 17th-century fort on a rock off Berlenga island, joined by a narrow stone bridge; the most photographed sight of the archipelago.
One of Europe's best beach breaks, famous for its powerful hollow waves and a regular stop on the world surf championship tour.
Verified: 2026-03-26
A small island village joined to the mainland by a sandbar, with sheltered beaches, surf schools and relaxed bars.
Verified: 2026-03-26
A small headland north of town with cliff paths, rock formations and views of Baleal and the Berlengas.
Verified: 2026-03-26