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Guide of Bragança and its surroundings

The district of Bragança is located in the northeast of Portugal.

Its medieval town of the same name is a must-see. Within its walls you will find its historical center and the Castle of Bragança.

Nature reigns in the Bragança district, which has two natural parks. To the north, the Montesinho Natural Park. To the east, the Douro International Natural Park, which Portugal shares with Spain.

If you love tranquility, nature and history, Bragança is the ideal place to spend a weekend or a week of vacation.

Check out our selection of places to visit in the Bragança district 👇

Region
Northern
Population
122 833
Area
6 608 km2
Beaches?
No

Places to visit in the district of Bragança

Best time to visit the district of Bragança

If you are planning to travel to the district of Bragança and you like to enjoy the sun and warm temperatures, the best season is obviously summer. This area is not very touristy and remains pleasant even in high season. For a more sporty vacation and to visit the Montesinho Natural Park, spring is the ideal season: you will enjoy the nature in bloom and mild temperatures.

Temperature average / minimum / maximum per month

Month
Average
Minimum
Maximum
January
5.3°
1.4°
9.2°
February
9.5°
3.6°
15.5°
March
10.1°
4.4°
15.8°
April
12.2°
7.4°
16.9°
May
17.8°
11°
24.6°
June
18.7°
11.4°
26°
July
24.8°
16.1°
33.5°
August
21.2°
13.5°
28.9°
September
19°
11.9°
26.1°
October
12.1°
6.4°
17.8°
November
10°
5.9°
14.1°
December
6°
2.4°
9.6°
Source: Based on 2020 data from the Portuguese National Institute of Statistics