Forte da Ponta da Bandeira Fortress , Lagos

While you visit the Forte da Ponta da Bandeira… why not having a sneak peek at the Museum of Discoveries? You will get one of the best panoramic views of the Bay of Lagos!

Forte da Ponta da Bandeira Fortress
© Câmara Municipal de Lagos

The Forte da Ponta da Bandeira Fortress, also known as Forte de Nossa Senhora da Penha Fraça, was built in the XVII century. It was oriented towards the sea to protect the harbour, a small area from which boats performing the trip to Ponta da Piedade depart.

To access the interior you have to cross a drawbridge. Once inside, you will find the chapel, devoted to Santa Bárbara, and decorated with blue 16th century tiles.

From the balcony, you will enjoy beautiful views of the city of Lagos and this area of Algarve. In its rooms you will find a quaint museum about Portuguese discoveries as well as some temporary exhibitions.

More information:

Location:

Cais da Solaria, Lagos.

Ticket price:

General admission: 3€.
Teens from 12 to 18, people over 65, and youth card holders: 1,5€.

Admission is free on April 18, May 18, August 23, September 27, October 27, and during the European Heritage days.

Admission to the Museum, Fortress, and Slave market (valid for one week:)

Standard Admission: 5€.
Teens from 12 to 18, people over 65, and youth card holders: 2.5€

Opening hours:

Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 12:30 and from 14:00 to 17:30.

Recommended Excursions:

Mapa Interactivo:

Other worth-visiting nearby towns and cities:

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Portugal Travel is an organization of Portuguese agencies whose objectives are:

✓ To make Portugal, its culture and its heritage known.
✓ To promote sustainable tourism.

In collaboration with:

Escola Superior de Hotelaria e Turismo do Estoril

Turismo de Portugal