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Things to see in Monsaraz (Portugal): 18 places and when to go
Monsaraz is a town in Portugal, and this site lists 18 places in and around it, mainly History (12), Nature (4), Temples (2). The best known are Menhir of Bulhoa, Castelo de Monsaraz and Menhir of Outeiro. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Portugal · 38.444, -7.3661
- Places
- 18 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (12) · Nature (4) · Temples (2) · Mountains (2) · Stargazing (2) · Hiking (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- LIS Lisbon, 158 km as the crow flies
What to see in Monsaraz
The places in and around Monsaraz, 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.
- Menhir of BulhoaStanding stone in Monsaraz, Portugal2.5 km
- Castelo de MonsarazBuilding in Reguengos de Monsaraz, Évora District, Portugal1.3 km
- Menhir of OuteiroStanding stone in Monsaraz, Portugal3.8 km
- Antas do Olival da PêgaNeolithic tombs in Évora district, Portugal3.0 km
- Castle of MourãoBuilding in Mourão, Évora District, Portugal6.8 km
- Xerez CromlechStone circle in Monsaraz, Portugal1.1 km
- Castle of AzinhalinhoBuilding in Corval, Évora District, Portugal7.3 km
- Rocha dos NamoradosPagan site in Évora district, Portugal9.6 km
- Castle of VidigueirasBuilding in Reguengos de Monsaraz, Évora District, Portugal14 km
- Menir do BarrocalMenhir in Portugal4.2 km
- Ermida de São Pedro ou de Nossa Senhora do RosárioChurch in Corval, Portugal8.6 km
- Ermida de Santa Catarina de MonsarazBuilding in Reguengos de Monsaraz, Évora District, Portugal492 m
- Espinhaço de CabraSummit11 km
- Outeiro da SentinelaHill in Évora District, Portugal11 km
- Etapa 40: Circuito Villanueva del FresnoHiking8.5 km
- Observatório do Lago AlquevaObservatory5 m
- Observatório Oficial Dark Sky AlquevaObservatory15 km
- ZPE ReguengosProtected area13 km
When to go to Monsaraz
The best time to visit Monsaraz 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.
- JanPossible9:36
- FebPossible10:34
- MarBest time11:42
- AprBest time13:00
- MayBest time14:05
- JunBest time14:40
- JulBest time14:26
- AugBest time13:30
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:58
- NovPossible9:52
- DecPossible9:20
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20. In April, 17 of the 18 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 Monsaraz
The nearest main airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS, Lisbon), 158 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
- Redondo11 places27 km
- Moura6 places34 km
- Vila de Frades11 places48 km
- Évora38 places49 km
- Estremoz13 places50 km
- Badajoz14 places57 km
And all of Portugal, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Monsaraz?
The best known: Menhir of Bulhoa, Castelo de Monsaraz, Menhir of Outeiro, Antas do Olival da Pêga, Castle of Mourão. In all, 18 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Monsaraz?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20.
How do you get to Monsaraz?
The nearest main airport is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), 158 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Monsaraz as the destination and these 18 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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