Viana do Castelo

North of Portugal and a key stop on the Portuguese Way of the Coast, Viana do Castelo charms with its Sanctuary of Saint Lucy and vibrant historic center.

Discover Viana do Castelo

Viana do Castelo is one of the most beautiful cities in northern Portugal and an unforgettable stop for pilgrims on the Portuguese Way of the Coast. Its most iconic image is that of the Sanctuary of Saint Lucy, which crowns the homonymous mountain and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city, the river Lima's mouth and the Atlantic Ocean. For the walker, reaching this point, whether on foot or by funicular, is a visual and spiritual reward. The historic center of Viana is a maze of cobblestone streets, blazoned houses and lively squares such as the Praça da República, with its Renaissance-era fountain. The city has a deep maritime tradition, palpable in its port and cuisine, rich in fresh fish and seafood. For pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago, Viana do Castelo is not just a resting place with excellent services and hostels, but also a deep bath of culture and beauty. It's an stage that combines monumental heritage with the sea breeze, preparing the spirit for the final stages in Portuguese territory before crossing into Galicia.

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Accommodations in Viana do Castelo

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Bright Sao Domingos Apartments

5.0

Região Norte PT, Viela de São Domingos 124 andar 2, 4900-332 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

Coração de Viana

5.0

R. Cândido dos Reis 26, 4900-082 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Casa Manuel Espregueira e Oliveira

4.9

R. Manuel Espregueira 190, 4900-318 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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CasaJP

4.7

R. da Fonte Quente 473, 4900-707 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Pousada Viana do Castelo

4.6

Monte de Santa Luzia, 4901-909 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Fábrica do Chocolate | Hotel Chocolataria Museu

4.5

R. do Gontim 70 a 76, 4900-474 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Hotel Flôr de Sal

4.5

Av. de Cabo Verde 100, 4900-568 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Private Room in Old Town

4.5

R. da Védoria 24, 4900-503 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Axis Viana

4.4

Av. Cap. Gaspar de Castro 866, 4900-462 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Casa Melo Alvim

4.4

Av. Conde Carreira 28, 4900-343 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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HOTEL A Ponte

4.4

Rua Poço Pescadouro 32, 4900-782 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Hotel Laranjeira

4.4

R. Cândido dos Reis 45, 4900-082 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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A Vianesa - Guest House

4.3

R. Emídio Navarro 35, 4900-531 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Absoluto design hotel

4.3

R. da Bandeira 174, 4900-560 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Villa Margarida

4.2

Região Norte PT, R. José Espregueira 71, 4900-459 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Hotel Do Parque

4.1

Praça Galiza, 4900-476 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Hotel Jardim Viana do Castelo

4.1

Alameda 5 de Outubro no 68, 4900-515 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Hotel Rali Viana

4.1

Av. D Afonso III 180, 4900-477 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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HI Viana do Castelo – Pousada de Juventude

4.0

Rua de Limia, 4900-405 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Albergue de Peregrinos Sao Joao dos Caminhos

3.8

R. do Carmo n. 1, 4900-478 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Maçã de Eva

3.7

R. do Poço, 4900-519 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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Cottage/Villa - Casa d' João Enes Afife Residence - Turismo Rural

Otro Alojamiento

Av. Conde Carreira n.º 75 2º, 4900-343 Viana do Castelo, Portugal

Routes that pass through Viana do Castelo

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Portuguese Coastal Way

Marinhas a Viana do Castelo

20.80 km 5.20 h Media

From: Marinhas

To: Viana do Castelo

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Viana do Castelo a Caminha

26.80 km 6.70 h Media

From: Viana do Castelo

To: Caminha

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