Luxury holidays in Viana do Castelo

When to go

July and August in Viana do Castelo see temperatures at their warmest and visitor numbers at their peak. For less heat and more peace, aim for April to June or September and October.

Getting there

• Planes

  July and August in Viana do Castelo see temperatures at their warmest and visitor numbers at their peak. For less heat and more peace, aim for April to June or September and October.

• Trains

  Direct trains run from Porto’s São Bento station to Afife, which is around 10 minutes from the city centre by car.

• Automobiles

  A set of wheels will come in handy in this rural spot — for days exploring the coast, visiting vineyards and village-hopping inland.