Castelo de Óbidos Audio Guide Tour

Do you think Óbidos is just a charming medieval village? You've only been told half the story. For 700 years, this walled town was the wedding gift from the Kings to their Queens. They called it the Vila das Rainhas - the Town of Queens. But it wasn't a gift of love. It was a golden prison, a laboratory of power where what was forbidden in Lisbon was practiced. On this immersive 10-stop audiotour, you will cross the Porta da Vila and enter the other side of history. You will discover: The alchemical code hidden in the blue-tiled chapel of Porta da Vila Why the Queen's aqueduct cured madness and was watched by the Inquisition The story of the feiticeiras of Óbidos, the healer women burned at the Pelourinho pillory The secret vanitas message that the painter Josefa de Óbidos left in the Igreja de Santa Maria The triangular castle and its connection to the Knights Templar The legend of the Moura Encantada who still guards a treasure beneath the walls The hexagonal sanctuary, a Christianized pagan temple with the Seal of Solomon This is not a history tour. It's an investigation into female power, alchemy, and the secrets that the stones still keep.

Dive into the storybook realm of Óbidos, a picturesque village where ancient tales are etched into cobblestone roads and whispered by the walls of time-honored structures. This in-app audio tour is curated for the curious soul seeking to unearth the secrets of medieval Portugal, from its majestic castles to the daily lives of past inhabitants. Perfect for history enthusiasts and cultural explorers, this journey is a solo adventure through the heart of a bygone era. Starting at the Main Gate, this tour promises a full immersion into the village's heritage, winding from the organic vibrancy of Mercado Biológico to the serene whispers of the Jewish Quarter, and concluding at the Porta do Vale, the town's eastern gate. Along the route, discover hidden corners, the majesty of Óbidos Castle, and the enduring legacy of the Church of Saint Mary. Throughout the tour, engage with the local atmosphere, sample the renowned ginja liqueur, and feel the essence of medieval life that still breathes within Óbidos' walls. Among the most memorable experiences will be the stunning views from the castle walls and the rich narratives that each site offers, bringing the medieval world to life at your own pace.