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Valença Fortress

Valença, Portugal

History

A double star-shaped fortress on the Minho facing Tui across the river, with shops and lanes inside the walls. Park outside the gates; the old iron bridge leads across to Spain.

Nearest town
Valença, Portugal
Category
History & culture
GPS
42.0290, -8.6440

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Minho coast: Porto to Baiona across the border

200 km9 stops3 days

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Campsites nearby

  • Manutenção de AutocaravanasMotorhome stopover
    6 km from Valença Fortress
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  • Area de Serviço Autocaravanas CerejeirasMotorhome stopover
    7 km from Valença Fortress
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  • Parque de CaravanasMotorhome stopover
    13 km from Valença Fortress
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  • Motorhome stopover · Ponte de LimaMotorhome stopover
    15 km from Valença Fortress
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  • Camping de CovasCampsite
    16 km from Valença Fortress
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