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Things to see in Melgaço (Portugal): 20 places and when to go
Melgaço is a town in Portugal, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly History (12), Temples (5), Nature (4). The best known are Castle of Castro Laboreiro, Church of São Martinho and Ponte da Cava da Velha. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 56. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Portugal · 42.1131, -8.268
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (12) · Temples (5) · Nature (4) · Food and drink (3) · Architecture (2) · Mountains (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- OPO Porto, 102 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Alto da Preguiça, at 1,287 m.
What to see in Melgaço
The places in and around Melgaço, 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.
- Castle of Castro LaboreiroBuilding in Melgaço, Viana do Castelo District, Portugal14 km
- Church of São MartinhoAlvaredo Church is a church in Alvaredo, Melgaço, Portugal3.4 km
- Ponte da Cava da VelhaBridge in Portugal15 km
- Castle of MelgaçoBuilding in Melgaço, Viana do Castelo District, Portugal695 m
- Church of São Salvador de PaderneChurch building in Melgaço, Viana do Castelo District, Portugal2.7 km
- Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Orada (Melgaço)Church in Melgaço, Portugal1.5 km
- Casa das RodasBuilding in Monção, Viana do Castelo District, Portugal18 km
- Igreja Paroquial de MelgaçoChurch in Melgaço Portugal733 m
- Church of Santa Maria da Visitação (Melgaço)Church building in Melgaço, Viana do Castelo District, Portugal13 km
- Mamoa do BatateiroArchaeological site14 km
- Monumentos Megalíticos e Arte Rupestre do Planalto de Castro LaboreiroCultural heritage monument in Melgaço, Portugal15 km
- Thermal Spa of PesoThermal Spa in Melgaço, Portugal1.5 km
- Ponte das CaínheirasBridge in Portugal14 km
- Alto da PreguiçaHill in Portugal15 km
- Conjunto constituído pela Ponte de Assureira, Capela de São Brás e moinho de água a nascente da ponteCultural heritage monument in Melgaço, Portugal15 km
- FranqueiraHill in Portugal11 km
- Termas de MonçaoNature17 km
- Adega Quintas de MelgaçoWinery3.4 km
- Anselmo Mendes Vinhos, Lda.Winery5.0 km
- Soalheiro vineyardWinery3.9 km
When to go to Melgaço
The best time to visit Melgaço 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.
- JanPossible9:15
- FebPossible10:21
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:09
- MayBest time14:23
- JunBest time15:03
- JulBest time14:47
- AugBest time13:42
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:50
- NovPossible9:34
- DecPossible8:56
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 56. In April, 20 of the 20 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 Melgaço
The nearest main airport is Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO, Porto), 102 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
- Pitões das Júnias13 places41 km
- Gerês11 places44 km
- Vila Nova de Cerveira29 places44 km
- Braga78 places63 km
- Viana do Castelo39 places67 km
- Fafe14 places72 km
And all of Portugal, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Melgaço?
The best known: Castle of Castro Laboreiro, Church of São Martinho, Ponte da Cava da Velha, Castle of Melgaço, Church of São Salvador de Paderne. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Melgaço?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 03 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 56.
How do you get to Melgaço?
The nearest main airport is Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), 102 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Melgaço as the destination and these 20 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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