Forte de São Julião da Barra — Attraction in Cruz, Centro, Portugal — photos, reviews and opening hours

Forte de São Julião da Barra

Attraction 📍 Cruz Fortress €€
4.6
★★★★½
815 Google reviews

📝 About

Originally built in the 16th century, this seaside fort is the home of the Ministry of Defence.

📷 Photos (5)

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💬 Reviews (5)

Artem Kovalyov ★★★★★
2025-09-30
I didn't go in. The views are beautiful outside and the water feels warm even without the wet suit.
Alex ★★★★★
2025-06-07
A beautiful fortress on the ocean shore. The official residence of the Minister of Defense of Portugal. To visit, you must submit an application at least 15 days in advance to the Ministry of Defense.
Nikita Ekshiyan ★★★★★
2024-01-05
Great view and nice structure. You need to pre book the visit. Sand beaches around are super beautiful!
Kacper Tomczyk ★★★★★
2023-10-04
You can't enter unless you have a pre-booked visit but the view from the banks is absolutely fenomenal. One of the best sunsets I have ever seen
Leonardo Eloi ★★★★★
2022-07-17
Such an amazing spot leaning over the sea in Carcavelos beach. I wish they’d open that wonderful terrace to the public and add some bars or food truck so you can have a mojito and appreciate the sunset during the summer🌅

✅ Services & Features

Accessibility Children Parking

ℹ️ Details

📍Av. Marginal 10, 2780-267 Cruz Quebrada, Portugal
🍴Fortress
💰€€
👁20 views

📍 Location