Conservation at São Jorge Castle — Past Repairs & Ongoing Care

Restoration philosophies

• 19th-century romantic restoration: aimed to reimagine medieval aesthetics.
• Modern conservation: focuses on minimal intervention and material compatibility.

Materials & techniques

• Lime mortars, compatible stone repairs, and careful jointing preserve breathability.
• Preventive maintenance — clearing vegetation, controlling water run-off, and monitoring masonry movement.

Want to know more? Look for published conservation reports from Lisbon municipal services.