Forte do Milreu - Free Audio Guide

Ericeira, Lisbon, Portugal

Forte do Milreu, Rotunda da Variante Norte da Ericeira, Alto de Ribeira d'Ilhas, Ericeira, Mafra, Lisboa, 2655-210, Portugal


The Fort of Milreu, located near Ericeira in Portugal, is a 17th-century coastal fortress built between 1670 and 1675 to enhance maritime defense after the Portuguese Restoration War. This rectangular fort features Mannerist architecture, including artillery batteries and circular bartizans. While it has been in a state of degradation, it remains a significant historical monument classified as a Property of Public Interest since 1977. Visitors can explore its ruins and enjoy scenic views of the Atlantic. The site is open to the public, but there are no admission fees. Accessibility may vary due to uneven terrain and the fort's abandoned condition.