Isabel of Portugal, Lady of Viseu facts for kids

Isabella of Portugal in the Genealogy of Manuel Pereira, 3rd Count of Feira (1534)

Isabella of Portugal (born 1364, died 1395) was the daughter of King Ferdinand I of Portugal. Her mother's name is not known.

Isabella's Life Story

Before 1386, Isabella was planned to marry João Afonso Telo de Menezes, who was the first Count of Viana. He was the son of a very important noble, João Afonso Telo. However, this marriage plan did not happen.

Isabella later married Alfonso Enríquez, Count of Gijón and Noreña. Alfonso was the son of King Henry II of Castile. Their marriage was an important part of a peace agreement called the Treaty of Santarém. This treaty was signed in 1373 between Portugal and Castile.

On October 1, 1377, Isabella's father, King Ferdinand I, gave her control over several important towns. These towns included Viseu, Celorico, Linhares, and Algodres.

Isabella moved to the Royal Court of King Henry II of Castile. She lived there until she was old enough to get married. She and Alfonso finally married in 1377 in the city of Burgos. This marriage was the start of the important Noronha family. This family is still found in many noble houses in both Portugal and Spain.

Isabella's Children

Isabella and Alfonso had six children:

• Pedro de Noronha (1379–1452) became the Archbishop of Lisbon. He had three sons: João, Pedro, and Fernando de Noronha.
• Fernando de Noronha became the second Count of Vila Real. He married Beatrice de Meneses, who was the daughter and heir of Pedro de Menezes.
• Sancho de Noronha became the first Count of Odemira. He was also a leader in the Order of Santiago. He controlled several towns like Estremoz, Elvas, Vimieiro, Mortágua, and Aveiro. He married Mécia de Sousa.
• Henrique de Noronha was a captain in Ceuta. He did not have any sons who could legally inherit his titles.
• João de Noronha took part in a battle called the siege of Balaguer. He was made a knight by Prince Duarte during the siege of Ceuta. He was hurt in this battle and died soon after from his injuries. He did not have any children.
• Constance of Noronha was the second wife of Afonso, Duke of Braganza. They did not have any children.

Isabella eventually returned to her home country of Portugal. Her uncle, King John I of Portugal, welcomed her and her children warmly. He also offered them protection.

See also

In Spanish: Isabel de Portugal, señora de Viseu para niños

• Noronha
• Noreña