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Braga District Travel Guide

The district of Braga is located in the northwest of Portugal, in the historical region of Minho. It has two major northern cities to visit: Braga, its capital, and Guimarães.

Some beautiful sandy beaches line its Atlantic coast, but the main attractions of this district are inland. We can obviously mention the Peneda-Gerês National Park, one of the most beautiful natural areas in Portugal. This park is well worth a visit and can be visited at any time of the year: spring and autumn are ideal seasons for hiking, while summer allows you to fully enjoy the rivers and waterfalls. 

If you have the opportunity, it is also interesting to spend a day in Guimarães. This medieval city is home to a charming city center but also to one of the 7 wonders of Portugal: the Castle of Guimarães.

Region
Northern
Population
846 515
Area
2 673 km2
Beaches?
Yes

Places to visit in Braga and its surroundings

Best time to visit the district of Braga

The seasons in the district of Braga are very marked, so you can expect rather cold temperatures in winter. The best seasons to visit are spring, summer and fall. To enjoy the river beaches and the seaside, prefer summer or late spring.

Temperature average / minimum / maximum per month

Month
Average
Minimum
Maximum
January
9.6°
4.4°
14.9°
February
12.5°
6.9°
18.2°
March
12.5°
6.5°
18.5°
April
14.3°
9.1°
19.4°
May
19.7°
13°
26.3°
June
19.1°
13°
25.2°
July
24.6°
16°
33.2°
August
21.2°
13.9°
28.5°
September
20.5°
12.5°
28.5°
October
14.6°
8.9°
20.2°
November
13.4°
7.7°
19.1°
December
9.3°
4.6°
14.1°
Source: Based on 2020 data from the Portuguese National Institute of Statistics