Sanctuary of Santa Luzia – Stairs to Santa Luzia loop from Viana do Castelo

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Viana do Castelo

Viana Do Castelo (Monserrate)

Sanctuary of Santa Luzia – Stairs to Santa Luzia loop from Viana do Castelo

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Sanctuary of Santa Luzia – Stairs to Santa Luzia loop from Viana do Castelo

02:35

8.79km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.08 km

Chapel of São Roque of Viana do Castelo

Highlight • Religious Site

A highlight that should not be missed on any visit to the region!

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1.13 km

Sanctuary of Our Lady of Agony

Highlight • Religious Site

The Sanctuary of "Senhora da Agonia". In August there is a big festival in her honor, during which carpets made of colorful salt are laid on the streets in the …

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1.74 km

Historic Old Town streets in Viana do Castelo

Highlight • Historical Site

On practically every corner you can comfortably drink a café or uma cerveja. By default, a café in Portugal is an espresso. If you want a big café, you have …

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2.79 km

Historic Centre of Viana do Castelo

Highlight • Historical Site

Very nice little town 🤩

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5.00 km

Santa Luzia Stations of the Cross

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Beautiful path between the pilgrimage church and the city. The path crosses the winding road several times so children should be informed.

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5.67 km

View of Viana do Castelo, Darque and the Lima River estuary

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One of the most beautiful vantage points imaginable. A fantastic view of the city at the mouth of the Rio Lima, especially from the vantage point on the basilica.

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5.81 km

Sanctuary of Santa Luzia

Highlight • Religious Site

The landmark of Viana do Castelo is in the area of the Areosa district, the largest district outside the core city. From here you can enjoy a great view of …

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6.52 km

Stairs to Santa Luzia

Highlight • Monument

For people who are not good at climbing stairs, there is a lift in a parallel street below that goes up. For the others, the ascent begins here.

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8.79 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.98 km

2.13 km

1.56 km

934 m

147 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.95 km

1.74 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

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Weather

Today

Monday 2 November

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Expect light wind and shifting conditions.

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Comments

September 14, 2024,Viana do Castelo

The
Santuário de Santa Luzia church in Viana do Castelo and of course the beautiful town itself are our destination today.
There are almost 700 steep steps leading up to the pilgrimage church.
To then get to the top of the church tower and enjoy the view from the highest point, we have to climb another 120 super narrow spiral …

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May 30, 2024,1. Intermezzo Camino Portugues - Ruhetag und Sightseeing in Viano do Castelo

Today we had our first planned rest day after 4 days of hiking. After all, we're not 50 anymore 🤗
So after a leisurely little breakfast with coffee and cake, we took a leisurely look at this small town on the Rio Lima. The first thing we did was climb the stairs to the Basilica de Santa Luzia. Since the …

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