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Casa de Lourdes Castro for Sale for €4.1 Million

The property in Caniço, Madeira, is being sold by Sotheby's Realty following criticism of its usage.

3 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The house of Lourdes Castro, located in Caniço, Madeira, has been put on the market for €4.1 million. The property spans an area of 12,300 square meters and includes five bedrooms and three bathrooms.

The sale is being managed by Sotheby's Realty, and the house is described as a "sanctuary with views of the sea and the Desertas Islands," a space that was considered part of the artist's identity. Historians like Emanuel Gaspar have expressed concern over the sale, arguing that the site should have been transformed into a home-museum for the artist.

Critics argue that the sale represents a significant loss for the cultural heritage tied to the work of Lourdes Castro, who dedicated part of her life to creating and living in this space. The idea of establishing a museum on the property had been considered previously.

According to information from RTP, Lourdes Castro's heir justifies the decision to sell the property by claiming alleged disinterest from the State regarding its preservation. This situation raises questions about the future of the artist's artistic legacy.

Lourdes Castro is known for her works that explore the relationship between light and shadow, and her garden is a fundamental component of her creative expression. The sale of the house has sparked discord and debate over the valorization of cultural heritage in Portugal.

Currently, the property remains on the real estate market, attracting interest for being a "highly coveted property" in the region. The situation will continue to be monitored by those concerned with preserving Lourdes Castro's memory and the use of the space.

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