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Things to see in Bragança, Portugal (Portugal): 25 places and when to go
Bragança, Portugal is a town in Portugal, and this site lists 25 places in and around it, mainly History (14), Nature (9), Mountains (6). The best known are Montesinho Natural Park, Castle of Bragança and Our Lady Queen Cathedral, Bragança. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 59. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Portugal · 41.808, -6.755
- Places
- 25 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (14) · Nature (9) · Mountains (6) · Temples (3) · Wildlife (2) · Museums and art (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- OPO Porto, 172 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Serra de Montesinho, at 1,486 m.
What to see in Bragança, Portugal
The places in and around Bragança, Portugal, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Montesinho Natural ParkProtected area in Portugal11 km
- Castle of BragançaCastle in the district of Bragança, Portugal634 m
- Our Lady Queen Cathedral, BragançaChurch building in Bragança, Bragança District, Portugal669 m
- Domus MunicipalisBuilding in Bragança, Bragança District, Portugal699 m
- Basilica of the Holy Christ, OuteiroChurch building in Bragança, Bragança District, Portugal19 km
- Peña MiraMountain in Spain27 km
- Azibo Reservoir Protected LandscapeProtected area in Portugal30 km
- Castro de SacóiasCastro in Norte, Portugal7.9 km
- Castle of OuteiroBuilding in Bragança, Bragança District, Portugal19 km
- Igreja de Castro de AvelãsChurch building in Bragança, Bragança District, Portugal4.2 km
- Museu Ibérico da Máscara e do TrajeMuseum in Bragança Portugal623 m
- Pillory of BragançaPillory in Bragança, Portugal615 m
- Serra de NogueiraSummit13 km
- Serra de MontesinhoMountain in Portugal21 km
- Pillory of FrieiraPillory in Bragança, Portugal26 km
- Castle of RebordãosBuilding in Rebordãesos, Bragança District, Portugal9.3 km
- Pelourinho de FaildePillory in Bragança, Portugal9.4 km
- Pelourinho de GosteiPillory in Bragança, Portugal5.7 km
- Alto de Vila VerdeHill in Bragança District, Portugal - Geonames ID=273232417 km
- Cabeço de BugalheiraMountain in Portugal9.1 km
- Gruta de DineCultural heritage monument in Vinhais, Portugal18 km
- Pelourinho do OuteiroPillory in Bragança, Portugal19 km
- Camino Portugués de la vía de la PlataHiking10 km
- Praia do AziboBeach28 km
And the other 1, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Tres Señores
When to go to Bragança, Portugal
The best time to visit Bragança, Portugal is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:17
- FebPossible10:22
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:08
- MayBest time14:22
- JunBest time15:01
- JulBest time14:45
- AugBest time13:41
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:50
- NovPossible9:35
- DecPossible8:59
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 59. In June, 25 of the 25 places are at their best.
When to go to Portugal in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Bragança, Portugal
The nearest main airport is Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO, Porto), 172 km as the crow flies. How to get around Portugal (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Chaves14 places60 km
- Numão10 places86 km
- Pitões das Júnias13 places99 km
- Vila Real88 places100 km
- Fafe14 places115 km
- Gerês11 places117 km
And all of Portugal, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Bragança, Portugal?
The best known: Montesinho Natural Park, Castle of Bragança, Our Lady Queen Cathedral, Bragança, Domus Municipalis, Basilica of the Holy Christ, Outeiro. In all, 25 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Bragança, Portugal?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 59.
How do you get to Bragança, Portugal?
The nearest main airport is Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), 172 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Bragança, Portugal as the destination and these 25 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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