Guarda, Guarda

Guarda is the highest city in Portugal with 1056m of altitude at its highest point, where the Torre de Menagem (Guarda Castle) is located.

Guarda is known for having one of the purest airs in the country and even received the award of "First Iberian Bioclimatic City" in 2022.

A few minutes from the city, you can explore fauna and flora at the Serra da Estrela Natural Park and its mountain range 🏔 where the highest point in Portugal (1993m) is located.

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Places to visit in Guarda

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Monuments

Castle of Guarda

At the top of a hill, this granite tower overlooks the city and offers us an exceptional view of the region

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Guarda, Guarda

Monuments

Cathedral of Guarda

The Cathedral of Guarda, an imposing granite construction, is a must when visiting the city.

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Frequently asked questions

Guarda is nicknamed the city of the 5 F's, F for Forte, Farta, Fria, Fiel et Formosa

Places to visit around Guarda

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Nature

Serra da Estrela ski resort

When we think of Portugal, we imagine more sandy beaches than snowy slopes. And yet, there is indeed a ski resort!

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