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Silves Castle – Silves Town Hall loop from Silves

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Silves

Silves Castle – Silves Town Hall loop from Silves

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Silves Castle – Silves Town Hall loop from Silves

01:04

3.97km

40m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

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828 m

Silves Municipal Market

Highlight • Structure

The Silves Market (Mercado Municipal) is a charming, covered market hall in the center of Silves, built in 1922 and recently beautifully renovated. You'll find fresh produce such as fish, vegetables, fruit, bread, and regional products from local vendors every day. On Saturdays, it's especially lively with outdoor stalls. It's not just a place for shopping, but also to experience the local culture and traditions of the Algarve.

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1.72 km

Silves Castle

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Imposing, renovated castle from the 12th century. Here you can enjoy the peace and the view of the beautiful landscape away from the crowded coastal towns. The walls and towers are completely accessible.

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2.02 km

Silves Cathedral

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Silves Castle is an impressive medieval fortress in the Algarve, Portugal. It was originally built on an older settlement and later expanded by the Arabs between the 8th and 13th centuries. Thanks to its sturdy red sandstone walls and well-preserved structure, it is considered one of the best-preserved Moorish castles in Portugal. It has been designated a National Monument since 1910.

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2.11 km

Misericórdia Church, Silves

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Built in the middle of the 16th century. The portal, which is integrated into a sober facade without any other conspicuous decorative elements, has been preserved.
The interior of the single nave is kept quite simple. Only the altarpiece, to which changes were made in the 17th century, stands out from the sobriety.

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2.19 km

Medieval street section, Silves

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2.19 km

Porta de Loulé (Silves City Gate)

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Archaeological excavations here uncovered paving stones that are 1 meter below street level and consist of large, thick sandstone slabs.

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2.25 km

Silves Town Hall

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The town hall of Silves "Pacos do Concelho" is located on the Praça do Município in the heart of the old town. The neoclassical building is said to have been completed in 1930. The central atrium and the large hall with high ceilings and golden floral motifs are worth seeing.

Homepage: cm-silves.pt/pt/menu/270/pacos-do-concelho.aspx

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3.20 km

Silves Cathedral

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The Sé Cathedral of Silves is an impressive Gothic building in the historic center of Silves, Algarve. It was once a mosque during the Moorish period, but was converted into a cathedral after the Reconquest. It features thick, reddish brick walls and a simple yet powerful appearance. Inside, you'll find beautiful medieval details, and it's an important symbol of the Christian Reconquest of the region.

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3.97 km

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2.42 km

1.43 km

< 100 m

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2.02 km

1.49 km

243 m

154 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 29 July

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September 25, 2024,Algarve / Silves - auf den Spuren der Mauren

With partly overcast skies and temperatures of up to 27° this morning, we headed into the hinterland of the Algarve to Silves, the former capital of the Moors.

With the Castelo de Silves castle and the cathedral, the oldest church in the Algarve, Silves has two outstanding sights.

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June 7, 2024,Silves und Castle

Today it is a good 10 degrees colder than yesterday. So we went on a tour to Silves, the largest castle in the Algarve, without sunscreen or hats. At the beginning the river with the Roman bridge was just a trickle, but when we came back it had at least 1m more water. Apparently the tide pushes the water inland. …

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November 25, 2025,🚶‍♀️Silves 🇵🇹

A tour to the end of the world. 🌎 Stage 1: Bus from Albufeira to Silves. From there, we'll walk through the market hall in the old town up to the castle. We'll visit the castle and enjoy the fantastic views over the town and the surrounding countryside.

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May 3, 2023,Stadtrundgang durch Silves

Silves, the old capital of the Algarve, is only 15 km from the coast. The old town is characterized by cobblestone streets lined with bars and restaurants. From the castle complex you have a fantastic view of the surrounding area.

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August 15, 2023,Silves 🇵🇹

There is a medieval festival this week. Went to Monchique, to the highest point.

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Silves Castle – Silves Town Hall loop from Silves

Silves Municipal Market

Silves Castle

Silves Cathedral

Misericórdia Church, Silves

Medieval street section, Silves

Porta de Loulé (Silves City Gate)

Silves Town Hall

Silves Cathedral

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