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Castelo Branco has grown over the last couple of years, would have loved to explore for another day or two. That being said, the city center has been nicely upgraded with the large square between the former barracks and the Defesa area. Pity that the former swimming pool just under the Castelo has fallen into decay to be substituted by a new swimming pool in the direction of the industrial area, which I hear is a popular venue.

It was very noisy caused by other guests the radio was constantly on in the bedroom even though you could not switch it off I had to go down to reception and get them to turn it off from their office also I only noticed after I left and got to my next hotel that pot of face cream I use which was a brand-new pot and hardly used and still full was empty obviously they had stolen the contents and replaced it with something else which didn’t smell nothing like what was in the pot of cream before I am absolutely disgusted If I’d known they were going to steal from me like that I certainly would have not left the money as a tip on the side and also I would most definitely lock my stuff up everything other than that the food was delicious and the staff were excellent even understanding my English

Loved the city full of historic sites and stunning fountains. A fountain- pool with cristal clean water in the centeral park, where kids were splashing, impressed me. At night there was a free movie theatre below the stars, full of families with children. The city at night is stunning, with all the lights featuring historic objects. The Bishop's Palace with its inumerous fountains and pools, the Castle on the top of the mountain with a strong hidrotechnical construction, still functioning since the 15th century (if I'm not mistaken), was impressive. A night walk around the old town is definitely worth visiting Castelo Branco!

It has great historical gardens what is left of a castle to visit. The Episcopal garden needs to be attended more often so it justifies the 2€ entry and the surrounding areas like a 'possible tea house' other gates are closed including the museum in loco. These things made me sad. The pamphlet mentioned the reason why the kings and the saints were put there in statues but would be great to have more history, to dig deeper into our ancestry and tell a story to be more magical. The down bit of this very short visit is that it was in pure hot summer day and it is very tough to hold the sweat over there. Nonetheless, you have a beautiful garden just in front of the Episcopal where you can see under the tree, go to the nearby cafe and watch the water fountains as well as buy a refreshing drink. The city is very ancient by the looks of the house buildings. Didn't have much time to visit more places to tell more about this location. Maybe next time or someone else will continue to do this review. :)

Castello Branco is probably the most beautiful and cleanest cities in my visit. Going to the Castle was quite a trek but well worth the effort. Will come back early next year to live out my life here.

The town is a great place with lots to do and see and central to a lot of areas. I was in Portugal buying a property so this area had everything I needed to have. At 135 miles from Lisbon Airport, it was a gentle drive but very easy on the Toll Roads (A1 - North\A23). Nice area and visually very clean and tidy.