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Trafaria Battery (Almada)
Photo: Ricardo Batista
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The Trafaria (5th Battery) military complex was composed of the Trafaria Fort, next to the Tagus River, the Raposeira redoubt equipped with three Krupp pieces of 150 mm short- and medium-range for close defence and the Alpena redoubt, both installed on the hill of São João da Caparica, connected by a military road.
This military complex was designed to protect the interior of the Tagus bar and the entry of the Lisbon maritime port (Raposeira redoubt), and the Atlantic front contiguous to the south zone of the bar entrance (Alpena redoubt).
Properties
- On the hill On the mountain, thus providing a close connection with nature.
- Easy access without a trail With easy access. You can park nearby and walk to the location. The location is close to the parking area.
- Panoramic view Provides a panoramic view. It is usually located in a high place, from where you can enjoy a horizon with beautiful views.
- River view Provides a view of the river. It may be located in a high place or not, and from where you can enjoy a horizon with invigorating views.
- City view Overlooking the city, thus having a view of a large urbanized area, which always provides great beauty.
Location
Address: Estr. Militar, Trafaria
Closest Attractions
The distance is the shortest or by air.
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