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Things to see in Lourinhã (Portugal): 19 places and when to go
Lourinhã is a town in Portugal, and this site lists 19 places in and around it, mainly History (7), Nature (5), Beaches (4). The best known are Peniche Fortress, Fort Nossa Senhora da Consolação and Furninha. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 45 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 15. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Portugal · 39.2608, -9.3022
- Places
- 19 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (7) · Nature (5) · Beaches (4) · Mountains (3) · Museums and art (2) · Temples (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- LIS Lisbon, 55 km as the crow flies
What to see in Lourinhã
The places in and around Lourinhã, 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.
- Peniche FortressBuilding in Peniche, Leiria District, Portugal12 km
- Fort Nossa Senhora da Consolação17th Century fort in Portugal8.7 km
- FurninhaCave and archaeological site in Portugal14 km
- Fort of Paimogo17th Century fort in Portugal4.4 km
- Igreja do Convento Santo António da LourinhãChurch building in Lourinhães Municipality, Lisbon District, Portugal2.2 km
- Igreja de São LeonardoChurch building in Peniche, Leiria District, Portugal8.9 km
- Praia da Areia BrancaBeach3.0 km
- Porto DinheiroBeaches6.0 km
- Parque dos Dinossauros da LourinhãNature · With kids2.2 km
- Pelourinho de Atouguia da BaleiaPillory in Peniche, Portugal9.0 km
- Praia da ConsolaçãoBeach in Portugal10 km
- Praia do CaniçalBeach3.7 km
- BombardaHill in Lisbon District, Portugal15 km
- Museu Municipal do BombarralMuseum13 km
- Outeiro da CabeçaHill in Lisbon District, Portugal14 km
- ValongoHill in Lisbon District, Portugal11 km
- Adega Cooperativa da LourinhãWinery2.2 km
- Parque Aquático Lagoa do FalcãoWith kids13 km
- Termas do VimeiroHot spring bath9.0 km
When to go to Lourinhã
The best time to visit Lourinhã 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.
- JanPossible9:32
- FebPossible10:31
- MarBest time11:42
- AprBest time13:02
- MayBest time14:09
- JunBest time14:45
- JulBest time14:30
- AugBest time13:32
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:56
- NovPossible9:48
- DecPossible9:15
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 45 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 15. In June, 19 of the 19 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 Lourinhã
The nearest main airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS, Lisbon), 55 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
- Caldas da Rainha15 places21 km
- Aveiras de Cima18 places36 km
- Alverca do Ribatejo e Sobralinho21 places47 km
- Santarém, Portugal22 places54 km
- Colares69 places54 km
- Lisbon170 places61 km
And all of Portugal, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Lourinhã?
The best known: Peniche Fortress, Fort Nossa Senhora da Consolação, Furninha, Fort of Paimogo, Igreja do Convento Santo António da Lourinhã. In all, 19 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Lourinhã?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 45 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 15.
How do you get to Lourinhã?
The nearest main airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), 55 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Lourinhã as the destination and these 19 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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