Cabo Espichel: An Impressive and Mystical Promontory

[Portugal Dream Coast]

Sesimbra is an oceanfront, picturesque fishing village in a sheltered bay overlooked by a Moorish Castle that offers wonderful views from its ramparts.

 

About 40km due south of Lisbon and 10km west of Setubal, is situated nestled at the foot of the hills of the Arrabida mountain and inside a sparkling blue bay, protecting it from cold northerly winds.

 

The Romans named it Promontorium Barbaricum, alluding to its dangerous location, and a lighthouse warns sailors of the treacherous rocks below.Tourists are drawn here due to breathtaking views of its cliffs facing the Atlantic Ocean and its mystical surroundings. Visit Cabo Espichel, one amazing location in Portugal Dream Coast.

 

During the day you can visit also a medieval castle on the top of the hill behind the town of Sesimbra, on the site of a Moorish fortress, Dom Sancho II, stands the restored medieval castle built in the 13th century which also encloses the Church of Santa Maria of 12th century.