Cristo Rei
Almada, Portugal
A giant statue of Christ above the south bank of the Tagus, with a lift to a platform looking over Lisbon and the 25 de Abril bridge. Easy parking compared with the city.
The Santuário de Cristo Rei in Almada was inaugurated on 17 May 1959. The statue of Christ is 28 m tall and stands on a pedestal of roughly 80 m, making about 110 m in total. It was designed by the sculptor Francisco Franco de Sousa, with the pedestal planned by the architect António Lino. The model was the statue of Christ in Rio de Janeiro. A lift inside the pillars takes you up to the viewing terrace at the foot of the statue, with views over Lisbon, the Tagus and the 25 de Abril Bridge.
There is a car park at the sanctuary. Alternatively, take the ferry from Lisbon to Cacilhas and continue by bus. Choose a clear day for the view.
- Nearest town
- Almada, Portugal
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 38.6785, -9.1712
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Portugal: Electronic tolls by number plate. Some motorways only have electronic tolls; register your plate or rent a transponder. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Area Serviço Autocaravana CorroiosMotorhome stopover5 km from Cristo Rei · 15 pitchesMotorhomesDrinking waterWaste disposalFree
- Lisboa CampingCampsite6 km from Cristo ReiTentsCaravansWi-Fi
- Orbitur Costa da CaparicaCampsite7 km from Cristo ReiTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Fábrica do Braço de PrataMotorhome stopover9 km from Cristo ReiMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalWi-FiFree
- Montijo GardenMotorhome stopover18 km from Cristo ReiCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- YMCA Camp AlambreCampsite24 km from Cristo ReiToiletsWi-Fi
All campsites in Portugal · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Cristo Rei?
Cristo Rei is in Almada, Portugal, at GPS 38.6785, -9.1712. It is about 6 km from Lisbon.
Can you camp near Cristo Rei?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Area Serviço Autocaravana Corroios, about 5 km away; within 25 km there are 30 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Cristo Rei?
Cristo Rei is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Serra da Arrábida and the Setúbal peninsula.
What is there to see near Cristo Rei?
Places worth a stop nearby: Jerónimos Monastery (4 km), Belém Tower (4 km), Boca do Inferno (23 km) and Palácio da Pena (23 km).
When is the best time to visit Cristo Rei?
The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)