ancient ruins
Côa Valley Archaeological Park
A UNESCO open-air gallery of Palaeolithic rock engravings along the Côa river canyon.
24 km · about 30 min drive
Guarda, Portugal · Europe
Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Sobradillo, 24km from Côa Valley Archaeological Park.
Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo is a town located in Guarda, Portugal. With a population of 0, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo sits in Portugal, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Lisbon time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo to your route.
Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo (European Portuguese pronunciation: [fiˈɣɐjɾɐ ðɨ kɐʃˈtɛlu ʁuˈðɾiɣu] ) is a municipality in the District of Guarda in Portugal. The population in 2011 was 5,150, in an area of 508.57 km2.
Located in the Riba Coa (near the River Coa), just like other municipalities around Riba Coa, such asRead more
Almeida, Meda, Pinhel and Sabugal. Known for its castle which is a listed National monument, as well as pine-wood forests and rolling hills.
The municipality borders the frontier with Spain, formed by the Águeda River, a tributary of the Douro, which it joins at Barca D'Alva, approximately 18 km north of Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo town.
The present Mayor is Carlos Condesso, elected by the Social Democratic Party. The municipal holiday is July 7.
Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo figures in José Saramago's 2008 novel The Elephant's Journey.
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo.
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo.
Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.
Plan your road trip to Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo is located in Guarda, Portugal, Europe. The coordinates are 40.8926 latitude, -6.9635 longitude.
Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo has a population of approximately 0 people, making it a town in Portugal.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripDiscover destinations like Tinder
Swipe through stunning destinations near Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.
6 notable places within an hour's drive.
ancient ruins
A UNESCO open-air gallery of Palaeolithic rock engravings along the Côa river canyon.
24 km · about 30 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A rocky chapel-topped bluff with vertiginous views where the Douro narrows past São João da Pesqueira.
49 km · about 55 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A clifftop balcony hailed by poets, offering the definitive panorama over the terraced Douro gorge.
58 km · about 65 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A sublime balcony over the Pinhão bend, where vine terraces curve dramatically around the river.
58 km · about 65 min drive
landmark
The heart of port-wine country, a riverside village ringed by terraced vineyards and azulejo-tiled station.
59 km · about 70 min drive
landmark
A hillside Sandeman estate with panoramic tastings above the river, classic Douro vineyard stop.
59 km · about 70 min drive
April to October
Other places to explore near Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo.
Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.
Start Planning