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Things to see in Pitões das Júnias (Portugal): 13 places and when to go
Pitões das Júnias is a town in Portugal, and this site lists 13 places in and around it, mainly Nature (6), Mountains (4), History (3). The best known are Baixa Limia – Serra do Xurés, Gerês-Xurés Transboundary Biosphere Reserve and Nevosa. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 58. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Portugal · 41.8383, -7.9465
- Places
- 13 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (6) · Mountains (4) · History (3) · Temples (3) · Wildlife (2) · Hiking (1)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- OPO Porto, 90 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Nevosa, at 1,546 m.
What to see in Pitões das Júnias
The places in and around Pitões das Júnias, 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.
- Baixa Limia – Serra do XurésNatural park in the Province of Ourense, Galicia, Spain13 km
- Gerês-Xurés Transboundary Biosphere ReserveProtected area in Portugal and Spain9.7 km
- NevosaSummit8.0 km
- Mosteiro de Santa Maria das JúniasChurch building in Montalegre, Vila Real District, Portugal865 m
- Montalegre CastleBuilding in Montalegre, Vila Real District, Portugal13 km
- Alto de VairesMountain in Portugal2.8 km
- Cabeço de LamasMountain in Portugal14 km
- Capela de São João da FragaChapel in Pitões das Júnias, Montalegre, Portugal2.5 km
- Chapel of Holy Guardian AngelChapel in Pitões das Júnias Montalegre4 m
- Fraga da EspinheiraMountain in Portugal3.7 km
- Igreja Paroquial de TourémChurch in Tourém, Portugal8.3 km
- Grande Rota Peneda-GerêsHiking14 km
- Minas dos CarrisHistory8.7 km
When to go to Pitões das Júnias
The best time to visit Pitões das Júnias is April to October; also possible: November to March. 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
- MarPossible11:40
- AprBest time13:08
- MayBest time14:22
- JunBest time15:01
- JulBest time14:45
- AugBest time13:41
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:50
- NovPossible9:35
- DecPossible8:58
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 58. In April, 13 of the 13 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 Pitões das Júnias
The nearest main airport is Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO, Porto), 90 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
- Gerês11 places22 km
- Fafe14 places40 km
- Melgaço20 places41 km
- Chaves14 places41 km
- Braga78 places51 km
- Vila Real88 places63 km
And all of Portugal, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Pitões das Júnias?
The best known: Baixa Limia – Serra do Xurés, Gerês-Xurés Transboundary Biosphere Reserve, Nevosa, Mosteiro de Santa Maria das Júnias, Montalegre Castle. In all, 13 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Pitões das Júnias?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 58.
How do you get to Pitões das Júnias?
The nearest main airport is Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), 90 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Pitões das Júnias as the destination and these 13 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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