Castelo de Andrade (Nogueirosa)

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Castelo de Andrade (Nogueirosa)
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Castelo de Andrade (Nogueirosa)

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The 13th-14th century hilltop castle of the Andrade family, high above Pontedeume on Pena Leboreira in Nogueirosa. Its restored keep commands sweeping views over the Eume estuary, the ría de Ares and the Fragas do Eume. Reached by road or on foot from Pontedeume.

A 14th-century castle on Mount Nogueirosa, symbol of the power of the Andrade lineage that ruled these lands. Well preserved, with splendid views over the ría and the Fragas.

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