Santa Cruz Fortress

La Guardia, Spain

Santa Cruz Fortress was built during the Portuguese Restoration War (1664) to defend La Guardia against Portuguese army. It was however conquered a year later and was held by Portuguese troops until 1668. It was then demolished due the terms of peace treaty. It was then left abandoned until restored in 2013.

Castles and fortifications in Spain

Address

Avenida de la Republica Dominicana 7, La Guardia, Spain

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Details

Founded: 1664
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

Rating

4.1/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Andrew Koch (6 months ago)
Good views of the town and the Atlantic coast. Walk through the gate in the walls and climb to the top for views. Quiet grassed area with trees inside the walled Castelo. A few minutes walk from the old town.

Luis Vidal (13 months ago)
Nice place for a walk and great views of the village and port

Graham Duff (2 years ago)
A good view across to Portugal from the top and interesting neolithic round houses nearby, plus museum.

Oscar Lugo (4 years ago)
Go there

Sara Martinez (4 years ago)
Very well preserved wall and interior as well. The space is very large and is divided into several areas. You can enter with dogs even if they have to be leashed, as it should be in all places. There are very good views to take photos.

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