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Things to see in Montemor-o-Velho (Portugal): 9 places and when to go
Montemor-o-Velho is a town in Portugal, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly History (4), Nature (4), Wildlife (3). The best known are Monumentos da Serra da Brenha, que incluem o Dólmen das Carniçosas, Castle of Montemor-o-Velho and Reserva Natural do Paul de Arzila. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 51 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 09. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Portugal · 40.1965, -8.677
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- OPO Porto, 117 km as the crow flies
What to see in Montemor-o-Velho
The places in and around Montemor-o-Velho, 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.
- Monumentos da Serra da Brenha, que incluem o Dólmen das CarniçosasBuilding or structure in Figueira da Foz, Portugal11 km
- Castle of Montemor-o-VelhoBuilding or structure in Montemor-o-Velho, Portugal2.4 km
- Reserva Natural do Paul de ArzilaProtected area in Portugal11 km
- Santa OlaiaBuilding or structure in Figueira da Foz, Portugal4.6 km
- Capela de Santo AmaroBuilding or structure in Cantanhede , Portugal14 km
- Europaradise ParkNature · With kids2 m
- Paul do TaipalProtected area1.9 km
- Plátano Gigante da Quinta de FôjaNature · History3.4 km
- Teimoso AquaparkWith kids19 km
When to go to Montemor-o-Velho
The best time to visit Montemor-o-Velho 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.
- JanPossible9:26
- FebPossible10:28
- MarBest time11:41
- AprBest time13:04
- MayBest time14:14
- JunBest time14:51
- JulBest time14:36
- AugBest time13:36
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:54
- NovPossible9:44
- DecPossible9:09
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 51 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 09. In April, 9 of the 9 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 Montemor-o-Velho
The nearest main airport is Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO, Porto), 117 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
- Coimbra55 places22 km
- Aguada de Baixo9 places40 km
- Aveiro, Portugal20 places50 km
- Leiria57 places52 km
- São João do Monte10 places58 km
- Cabanas de Viriato12 places67 km
And all of Portugal, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Montemor-o-Velho?
The best known: Monumentos da Serra da Brenha, que incluem o Dólmen das Carniçosas, Castle of Montemor-o-Velho, Reserva Natural do Paul de Arzila, Santa Olaia, Capela de Santo Amaro. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Montemor-o-Velho?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 51 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 09.
How do you get to Montemor-o-Velho?
The nearest main airport is Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), 117 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Montemor-o-Velho as the destination and these 9 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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